Opinion

A father, passing by his son’s bedroom, was astonished to find the bed neatly made and everything Then, he saw an envelope, propped up prominently on the pillow. It was addressed, “Dad.” With the worst premonition, he opened the envelope and read the letter, with trembling hands...

* The Hallmark Channel is hosting a Christmas in July with holiday movies for its audience to enjoy. What I don’t get is they started airing the Christmas movies in June before the 4th of July, and will do the same again in October before Halloween!

These little gems, titled “Thoughtful Nuggets,” came in over the transom. – A conscience is what hurts when all your other parts feel so good.

This And That * Who can relate to this? I would say I am pretty tough when it comes to people yelling at me for something, because when I was a kid, I used to hold the flashlight for Dad when he worked on the car or other garage projects.

The United States turns a stately 250 years old on Saturday. That is young for some countries, but a pretty darn good haul for a Republic founded on an ideal and held together by common agreement that we like it.

Happy 250th birthday to the USA! In honor of our country's 250th birthday.... * Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is Freedom.

If I was given the choice of what I would like be in the world, I would choose to be a goat. I wouldn't choose to be a human; humans are hard to be! When I was battling chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia many years ago, and had little and no energy, Mom would suggest that we go for a ride.

Over in the corner, smiling and tapping his foot, was Pop Walker. Pop and several other residents of the Rest of Your Life retirement home were there to enjoy the dance and celebrate the arrival of summer.

My Favorite Robin Hoods I love the story and folklore of Robin Hood and there have been quite a few actors who have picked up the bow and arrow to bring this cunning character to life on the big screen! And with that very long and varied list, here are my favorites….

• A man went to a gun shop to get a small 9mm for concealed carry. When he was ready to pay for the gun and the ammo, the cashier said, “Strip down, facing me.” Making a mental note to complain to the NRA about gun control wackos running amok, he did just as she had instructed.