R-T Columns
Lots of questions | Ott Observations
Earlier this month, our country used military force to extract Venezuelan President Nicolaus Maduro and his wife from their country, toward prosecuting him for drug trafficking. This focus on protecting…
Read MoreRecognition deprivation | Mark’s Remarks
I wrote last week about my son and me doing a podcast. Something fun. Something we enjoy. He’s the one who actually looks at the subscriber list, and we both…
Read MoreMovie nights with Dad
My oldest son and his wife recently moved closer to us, and of course, we were delighted. This means we can have dinner from time to time and jet over…
Read MoreCrappy healthcare for all | Ott Observations
When I once consulted in the healthcare field, I had a colleague who was fond of saying, “Everyone is entitled to crappy healthcare.” This simple statement included two very…
Read MoreTeacher brain and adjusting | Mark’s Remarks
I get asked all the time how retirement is going. I retired a year and a half ago after 34 years as a classroom teacher, mostly with kids in grades…
Read MoreLists, ambitions and losing it all | Mark’s Remarks
Michelle and I make our biggest plans when we are absolutely certain we should be asleep. We’ll say good night, turn off the light, and then one of us will…
Read MoreWe see what we look for | Ott Observations
I recently attended a weekend retreat and a man at my discussion table was bemoaning the decline of manhood in our country. Out of empathy, I asked if someone…
Read MoreChoosing conversations | Mark’s Remarks
I really ought to be ashamed of myself. This time of year, I usually write about nice things – warm things, cozy things, spiritual things. Instead, here we are. Again.…
Read MoreA fresh look at healthy goals in the New Year | For Your Health
By Dr. Graham A. Colditz Siteman Cancer Center Heading into a new year, it feels like a great time to mix things up. So, after several years interviewing leaders in…
Read MoreSeeing old friends | Mark’s Remarks
You guys, I totally got all emotional and upset when I watched the reunion show for the cast of “Everybody Loves Raymond.” As soon as Ray walked on stage,…
Read MoreAn emerging Christian voice
In August, I wrote a column questioning the absence of a strong Christian voice about the terror campaign the Trump Administration is waging on non-white immigrants. The voice is emerging.…
Read MoreDieting Epiphany
In October, Michelle convinced me to go on a pretty radical diet in which we ate next to nothing – most notably omitting sugar, bread, and anything tasty. Now, we…
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