R-T Columns
Shoelaces | Mark’s Remarks
We count our blessings every day, hopefully. I sometimes have a pretty optimistic attitude and keep my blessings and thankfulness in close proximity. Other days, I have a pity…
Read MoreGetting help for seasonal affective disorder | For Your Health
For all its holidays and celebrations, winter can be a tough time for many people. The long nights and cold, gray days can knock us off our regular routines and…
Read MoreA fine line and being a good neighbor | Mark’s Remarks
In my book, neighbors are supposed to be neighborly. When you live next door to a person, or even on the same street, there are a few things you should…
Read MoreHappy Thanksmas | Mark’s Remarks
Every year at this time, we all start griping about the rushing of the Christmas holiday. Take a look at Facebook and you’ll see at least a few houses completely…
Read MoreA matter of time | Mark’s Remarks
I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again: I know why old people stare at young people. In this day and age, it’s not supposed to be appropriate. But…
Read MoreFolklore and scary people | Mark’s Remarks
When we were kids, we invented things. We invented games, activities and ways to add excitement to the neighborhood. Once we took a wagon load of pennies to the local…
Read MorePlease pass the turkey, stuffing and family health history | For Your Health
It’s that time of year. We’re moving quickly toward late autumn, with its falling leaves and longer nights. And that means one thing: Thanksgiving is right around the corner. It’s…
Read MoreIntervention, Buffy and Jody, and Amazon Prime | Mark’s Remarks
Usually you think you are pretty safe when your kids are watching old, classic television series. We recently acquired a smart TV as a gift and my kids have discovered…
Read MoreChurch and Community | Mark’s Remarks
I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve wanted to retreat from society and, like a turtle, stick my head back in my shell and stay at my house.…
Read MoreAttitude of Gratitude | The Happy + Healthy Life
Gratitude is about being aware of and appreciating all the good in your life. It’s about focusing on the things you already have instead of what you lack. It’s about…
Read MoreWhy didn’t I think of that? | Mark’s Remarks
My daughter likes to watch YouTube shows. We try to limit her watching, and we definitely watch alongside her to make sure it’s appropriate. When she started watching, she was…
Read MoreHope and the next generation | Mark’s Remarks
Not too long ago, I remember working retail and having customers complain about customer service and how “kids these days” operated. I remember getting aggravated at customers but being…
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