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Sowing and growing—there's a season for everything

Jul 01, 2024 03:01PM ● By Rhonda Wray

Ecclesiastes in the Bible and The Byrds remind us: there's "a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted." When ready, a rainbow of vivid annuals will await their time to bloom.

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A lesson in unfailing love

May 29, 2024 07:08PM ● By Lawrence Yoshito Shiroma

Sammy, our beloved cocker spaniel, had been a constant presence in our family for nearly 15 years. Throughout numerous ministry-related relocations, he proved to be our faithful family pet.

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Reliving the ’80s: Rock, rebellion and rhythms that defined the Baby Boomers

May 29, 2024 03:08PM ● By Jean Copeland

Explore a Baby Boomer's nostalgic journey through the music of the '80s, from heartthrobs to rock icons, and how these tunes defined the generation.

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The most meaningful gift for Father’s Day

May 29, 2024 02:09PM ● By Amy Laundrie

My father showed love subtly through road trips and fishing. When he died, one of my biggest regrets was that we never had a loving moment where we said how much we meant to one another.

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I Love Lucy
I Love Lucy! The rise of America's most-watched TV show

Apr 28, 2024 11:46AM ● By Randal C. Hill

Step back in time to the 1950s, where “I Love Lucy” not only captured the hearts of America, but poked their funny bones too!

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A Tale of Two Poets: Honoring our mothers through words on Mother’s Day

Apr 28, 2024 10:51AM ● By Patrick G. Metoyer

Unveiling his mother’s secret passion for writing, a teacher reconnects with his mom’s past, inspired to preserve her legacy.

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Small steps and giant memories with Mom

Apr 27, 2024 08:56AM ● By Tom Preble

Explore the presence of “giants” through the eyes of a young boy reflecting on his mother’s profound influence on his life.

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What will you be doing at 3 p.m. this Memorial Day?

Apr 27, 2024 08:27AM ● By Nancy J. Schaaf, RN

Honor and reflect this Memorial Day: Celebrate with picnics and parades, but also pause at 3 p.m. for a moment of silence to remember those who sacrificed for our freedom.

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Lifelong partners: my parents' 65-year love story

Apr 26, 2024 04:30PM ● By Rhonda Wray

Sometimes, against the odds, marriages endure for the duration. I know one of these couples well because they raised me.

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The unheard story of post-polio

Apr 03, 2024 03:16PM ● By Jim Carr

One local man shares his journey with polio and the challenges of living with post-polio syndrome, highlighting why older adults with polio should be vigilant.

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Pet rock
The rise and fall of the Pet Rock

Apr 03, 2024 01:55PM ● By Randal C. Hill

Discover the quirky tale of the Pet Rock, a 1970s fad that "rocked" the toy industry.

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The cache of useless trivia

Mar 15, 2024 02:50PM ● By Rhonda Wray

Do you ever find yourself amazed by the sheer amount of random yet oddly fascinating facts tucked away in your brain? While most of it seems useless, it's a fun trip down memory lane.

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