The ‘what’s important’ age | Mark’s Remarks
You tend to do a lot of reflecting as you approach milestones. My age group is moving toward retirement, grandparenthood, and various stages of...
Elvis | Movie Review
By JEREMY HOUSEWRIGHT
The King lives – at least for a couple hours in Baz Luhrmann’s new film "Elvis."
This film is carried not by America’s favorite...
A tale of two cities | Mark’s Remarks
I’m in a different place now and for whatever reason, I have noticed some differences I feel are important to note.
Why? I’m certainly...
The March of Folly | Ott Observations
The title of this column is also the title of a book written by the historian Barbara Tuchman.
In her book, she compares four periods...
Forgiveness and reconciliation – not the same | Mark’s Remarks
I believe everything the Bible says, cover to cover.
That kind of talk can get a person into trouble from time to time, but...
Enjoying summertime sun, safely | For Your Health
For the last few years, summertime has felt even more special to me than usual. With the long, warm days, we’re finally able to...
Reflections and takebacks | Mark’s Remarks
As I close out the end of my 32nd year of teaching, I’m amazed at what we’ve accomplished and survived in the past couple...
Top Gun: Maverick | Movie Review
By Jeremy Housewright
It may have taken nearly two years longer due to COVID, but it was worth the wait as "Top Gun: Maverick"...
Going back to transparency | Ott Observations
During my years as a management consultant, there was a universal truth we would share with all our clients.
“When people do not receive information...
Kids tell all | Mark’s Remarks
I had an eye-opening talk with a small group of kids not too long ago.
These kids are a great group. They bring me...
Parker | Mark’s Remarks
I’ve oftenwondered what life must be like for our dog.
He is an unusual looking dog, resembling a vampire batin my opinion. He has a...
Why can’t we have both? | Ott Observations
On my most pessimistic days, it can seem like our country is torn apart by irreconcilable differences.
If our government wants to make sure...