An anniversary is a commemoration of the date something notable took place. But it’s not necessarily something folks celebrate. June 2010 will mark the second anniversary of the massive flooding that devastated much of Iowa and parts of other Midwestern states. But no one will be celebrating. Beginning June 7, 2008, floodwaters ran in portions [...]
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New book chronicles devastating 2008 Iowa flood
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged Cedar River, Flood of 2008, Iowa River, Jeff Stein on December 23, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Facebook friends relate favorite Christmas movies
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged Christmas movies, Facebook on December 15, 2009 | 1 Comment »
I love Christmas. There are many reasons. Among them are the true reason for the season, the joy one feels when giving to others, the “peace on Earth, good will toward men” feeling that comes over many of us, the fun of having family and friends around more than normal, the beautiful decorations and lights, [...]
Nobody asked me, but…..
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged assertiveness, blessings. self-esteem, discipline, Eldridge Mayor Brad Noel, Gatorade, Jehovah's Witnesses, Merry Christmas, Nike, politeness, Thanksgiving, Tiger Wood, Walcott veterinarian on December 11, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The grandkids (six of seven of them; Emaline is a newborn and couldn’t make the trip yet) at dinnertime on Thanksgiving. Dinnertime on Thanksgiving. We all have many blessings. Nobody asked me, but….. …..I’m amazed. Yet another public figure is accused of marital infidelity. Lots of it. And, like those before him, he apparently thought [...]
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