Worthy to Print Column | Vote Wisely
Well, here it is the Sunday one week before we vote for our favorites. Have you filled out your ballot? The entire world seems to love our method of choosing our own leaders. We may not always get it right, but it sure beats...
Funny Papers Again Column | Fear and Loathing in America: The Grift Goes On
Because yesterday, Tuesday, March 19, was the Equinox, that happily makes this morning the first day of Spring and a long-established ritual assigned to this time of year is Spring Cleaning. In keeping with this What-Stays-What-Goes protocol, I have scrapped all my scraps. There...
Worthy to Print Column | Itās Not Fair
Boy oh boy! How many times did I say that as a youth? I was third of four boys. It seemed that my Dad always favored the older two boys in almost every area as a youth. My oldest brother would get a new...
Worthy to Print Column | Leaving the Nest
When do we stop being the parents to our children? Or, for that matter when do our children quit being our children? For question number one, I would say we never stop being the parents of our kids, but there are extenuating circumstances that...
Window on the World Column | Unmasked and Unaware
I had always been pretty proud of us. From the moment we were able, it was off to the pharmacy we went. Another shot? Yes please. With all the horror stories and truths from 2020 still fresh in everyoneās minds, we did not want...
Window on the World Column | Small But Beautiful Things
It was a long time ago. I had just moved into my office and it was infested with mice. Though I loved the classic lines of my building ā less the lack of heating and cooling ā the hardwood floors and the character and...
Guest Column | Letās Remain Vigilant, But Donāt Neglect Your Health
Even as Covid-19 vaccinations roll out across the country, the daily threat from this virus remains ā especially in rural areas such as South Monterey County.
We all need to remain vigilant, with a strict adherence to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)...
Guest Column | Your Holiday Health Survival Guide: Balance, Wellness and Joy
The holiday season brings excitement, but it can also disrupt our routines and make it easy to let healthy habits slip. With travel, parties and shopping, itās common for our usual health practices to take a backseat.
One of the biggest challenges in December is...
Letters to the Editor | Published April 29, 2020
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