New friends, fireflies, and Lions
Gary Karschner shortcake56@verizon.net The other day, while I was waiting in the doctor’s office for a friend to finish her treatment, I was visiting with… Login to continue reading Login…
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My America
Melinda Clements I sat down on a five-gallon feed bucket and placed the day’s eggs in cartons. Dark was quickly approaching, and I watched the… Login to continue reading Login…
From the Editor: Four-legged friends
Bill Hancock Managing Editor BHancock@CherryRoad.com As I sat down to write my FTE this week, I had a few thoughts about pets. First, please make… Login to continue reading Login…
Governor, ghost towns, and generosity
Gary Karschner shortcake56@verizon.net I saw where Governor Abbott and the state law makers passed a bill that to me is utterly foolish. They agreed to… Login to continue reading Login…
Abbott vs Patrick on property tax
Christopher Eric Baecker professormetal@chrisbaecker.com>= Gilbert Garcia recently criticized Governor Greg Abbott in the San Antonio Express-News for his lack of leadership in the current property… Login to continue reading Login…
More stuff and the price of a burger
Gary Karschner I spoke last week about possibly compiling a book of my ‘Stuff’ articles. I have to say the acts of support from you… Login to continue reading Login…
Just Tired
Melinda Clements I sat on the edge of my dad’s bed as he lay dying of cancer. He didn’t have much time and for some… Login to continue reading Login…
FTP: Free agent and the last recital
Gary Karschner shortcake56@verizon.net his Sunday was my last Sunday to preach at the ‘Biggest Methodist Church’ in Miles. I am now an official ‘free agent’… Login to continue reading Login…
Echoes of the Great Recession
Bradly Bundrant MD, MPH HAWC4RC.org. In a memorable scene from the movie, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” the customers of the Bedford Falls bank crowd into… Login to continue reading Login…
Sweets, scents, and Lent
Gary Karschner shortcake56@verizon.net Just a thought for those of you who are giving something up for Lent. The tradition of sacrificing an item or items… Login to continue reading Login…