I hurried to the grocery store this morning when I heard the weather forecast. And, I wasn't the only one!  By 3 p.m. this afternoon, the temperature had dropped and the precipitation was … more

At least some parts of the country are getting snow; in fact, it sounds like a lot of the country could do with a little less!!   When I saw the railroad with the blade on it opening tracks, … more

By now, regular readers should know if it's musical, I'm on it. I mean, not country, or rock, or rap, or whatever else is called music these days, but music that may be from history, or from some of … more

Every year, Christmas comes around faster, and every year, merchants begin preparations earlier. It does no good at all for me to complain about Christmas trees sitting among Halloween … more

The holiday season gives youth and adults an opportunity to stop and reflect on events of the past year, one’s beliefs and values, and what gives life meaning and purpose.  As 2022 … more

As I was discussing the weather last week, as in COLD, and WINDY, I came across a news article that said the annual Things We Carry Ruck March between UNL student veterans and those of the University … more

I'm often surprised at the way music from my past is imbedded in this old brain.   Not just lullabies I sang to my kids, but popular songs from the Fifties, and occasionally, lyrics sung in … more

Access to quality early childhood education is a game changer for children, families, and communities.  But, Nebraska is at risk of falling behind. Families struggle to find child care, as … more

So, this week will be a collage of things; I'm going to write them down as they happen instead of waiting to the last minute and trying to recall things that did. For starters, there was a 59 cent … more

Today, the 24th, has been designated World Polio Day by the Rotarians.   That wonderful organization has worked tirelessly towards their goal to stamp out polio world wide. I well remember … more