Mark’s Remarks

Once in a while, we get the chance to serve with a mission opportunity close to home. We go to a local spot where there is a community center. We…

I have written a good many columns centered on how children should behave. I’m afraid I am a bit judgmental when it comes to kids and their parents.  I don’t…

I started watching“The Benny Hill Show” on a visit to my cousin’s when I was quite young.  Ever since then, I have taken a liking to TV shows from “across…

The other day, I saw this video on Facebook that a young African-American man made.  He is wise beyond his years. In the video, he talked about being pulled over…

So, school registration is happening. That means summer is almost over and school will begin soon. Teachers, whether they want to admit it or not, are excited too. Oh sure,…

Looking back, I’ve decided that I watched a lot of TV, especially in summer. I’m not sure if I watched too much TV, but I remember watching a lot. My…

I’ve always had an interest in basements. I always wanted one when I was growing up.  In my neighborhood, almost all of the houses were built right after World War…

When you have a chance to be at home more than usual, you begin to notice little things that need to be done. Then, often you stumble upon larger things…

My grandparents were married on June 8, 1928, in the county courthouse. I have a picture of them standing near the courthouse square. My grandpa has on a floppy hat…