Mark’s Remarks
Mundane Talk of Trees and Leaves | Mark’s Remarks
My yard has evolved somewhat since we first moved in 10 years ago. Two trees that were once there have since died mysterious deaths and had to be cut down.…
Read MoreBeing a Servant | Mark’s Remarks
The Bible says plenty about being a servant of God. We are called to be servants, to give of ourselves and our talents. We are called to do God’s work.…
Read MoreDevil’s Kitchen, the Enfield Monster and UFOs | Mark’s Remarks
I didn’t know until recently that this area of Illinois is sometimes referred to as “Devil’s Kitchen.” The name apparently comes from Native Americans and pioneers of this region. Some…
Read MoreOvernight | Mark’s Remarks
During these cool days, our thoughts often go to the wonderful things about fall, to being cool again and escaping from the muggy days of late summer and early fall.…
Read MoreAnniversary | Mark’s Remarks
I started writing this column in October 2007. Yes. This particular week marks the week I started writing this column. I can’t really believe it. Back then, I had written…
Read MoreUncharted Territory | 10/11/2017
Every year at this time, we have a day off to celebrate Columbus, his discoveries, etc. There has been much debate over Columbus Day. I won’t get into that again…
Read MoreTech Trouble | Mark’s Remarks
I know you are like me and you stop and think about technology from time to time. I was just thinking about how far we’ve come in just a short…
Read MoreUp and Down | Mark’s Remarks
I wasn’t even aware that people did this until the women in my life mentioned it. Now I notice it all the time. You know what I’m talking about; the…
Read MoreSay Goodbye to Greeting Cards | Mark’s Remarks
Up front, I need to tell people who send me cards that this is not a complaint toward them. I appreciate getting a card. However, I must also confess that…
Read MorePool Etiquette | Mark’s Remarks
We are members of a neighborhood pool. It is something that comes with the territory. We pay a mandatory fee each year. It’s a nice pool, and I’m glad we…
Read MoreWhat Is It? | Mark’s Remarks
When school starts every year, there is a feeling. Or maybe it’s an attitude. Maybe it’s an overall experience. I’ve thought about it a lot. What is it, exactly? Kids…
Read MoreMark’s Remarks | Therapeutic Puttering
I used to watch older guys doing a lot of puttering around when I was a kid. I spent quite a bit of time following my grandpas out to the…
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