Opinion

(Re: last week’s Laugh Lines) This is a true story. Phillip Hardware at 719 Main St., Hays, was operated by four generations named George Phillip, 1896-1997.

This And That * As the Sentinel-Times navigates these next few months as we settle into a routine and work to cover the news from around the county, please remember, I will make mistakes, even though I am “practically perfect in every way,” like my friend, Joan Balderston.

Dear All: Happy New Year! Enclosed is my check for the paper renewal. I shall miss the Times’ jokes, editorials, and political cartoons.

Dear Editor: Not too many things really bother me enough to write about much, but this latest ongoing theft of tax dollars is just disgusting. The matter of these 'Somali' immigrants in our country stealing from us big time does anger me, and it should anger every taxpayer.

This And That * I have been a fan of the Fast and Furious movie series since Vin Diesel and Paul Walker as Dominic Toretto and Brian O’Conner got behind the wheels of their fast cars in 2001.

Happy New Year! I read this poem and thought I would pass it along…. May this New Year bring gentle light, Guiding your days and calming your night.

Merry Christmas! Away in a manger No crib for a bed, The little Lord Jesus Lay down His sweet head. The stars in the sky look down here He lay, The little Lord Jesus Asleep on the hay.

Santa Sayings * Have you been naughty or nice? * Always believe and I’ll be back next Christmas Eve. * We will see what we can do! * I can’t wait to see what goodies you leave for me and the reindeer on Christmas Eve! * No peeking on Christmas Eve! * I’ve checked the list twice! * Have a holly...

This and That * Don't get all weird about getting older. Our age is merely the number of years the world has been enjoying us! * My three personalities: 1.

Thanksgiving Poems Lord, as we bow our heads to pray, We celebrate Thanksgiving Day. Help us have the right attitude, As we turn to You in gratitude.