Dear reader,  I am not just one; I am a unit of many — my ancestors who paved the way, the stages of my life shaped by community and friends, and the family of God's creation to which …

Dear Reader,  Life's treasures aren't measured in material possessions like a sleek car or a spacious mansion. You could have all of these things, but without someone to share them with, …

Dear Reader,  As the calendar turns to another New Year, we find ourselves at a familiar crossroads, a time for renewal and reflection. It's a time when we take stock of our lives, weighing …

Dear Reader, As we venture further into the age of AI, there’s a prevailing narrative that suggests humanity, with all its flaws and frailties, is destined to be overtaken by the cold, …

Dear Reader, In the grand tapestry of existence, we each play a fleeting role, our lives but a brief flicker in the vast expanse of time. As we age and eventually face the inevitable end, we are …

While online giants and big box retailers seem to be everywhere, offering an endless array of products with the convenience of low prices, small businesses provide a range of benefits that go far beyond the ease of a mouse click or mountains of merchandise.

Dear Reader, One summer day, my cousin Patrice texted me to say that Charles Gallagher, my third cousin, had passed away. She mentioned that a celebration of life would take place the following …

Dear Reader, As summer begins to wane and the promise of autumn lingers in the air, we find ourselves on the cusp of another Labor Day. To many, this holiday may simply signify the end of vacation …

Dear Reader, In the grand tapestry of existence, where threads of time and space weave the intricate patterns of our lives, we find ourselves often pondering the nature of our transient state. Life, …

Dear Reader, How do you want to exit this world and transition to the next? There are two fundamental ways to approach the end of life, aside from extraordinary circumstances. The first way is to …

Dear Reader, Love is one of the most profound and transformative experiences of the human condition. It can ignite our spirits, inspire our dreams, and shape our lives in ways we never imagined. But …

Dear Reader,  The complex interplay between joy and sorrow is a  timeless subject. It is perhaps not entirely fair to compare these emotions in a binary fashion. Both joy and sorrow  are …

Dear Reader, In the hustle and bustle of our modern world, it is easy to feel overwhelmed by the pressures and challenges we face daily. However, the timeless wisdom of Stoicism, as articulated by …

Dear Reader, In one of the timeless verses of A.E. Housman, we find a reflection and a warning of life’s journey encapsulated in the following poem “I to my perils”. I to my perils Of cheat and …

Dear Reader, As we approach the 4th of July, we find ourselves immersed in the vibrant tapestry of traditions that mark this quintessential American holiday. This day is more than just a date on the …

Dear Reader, As we approach Father’s Day, it’s a fitting time to reflect on the diverse experiences of fatherhood and the significance of this special day. Fatherhood, like any role in life, …

Dear Reader, Recently I reread a poem entitled “Ithaca” by the Greek writer P.J. Cavafy. He writes about traveling to the island of Ithaca which was made famous by Homer’s Odyssey. He describes …

Dear Reader, In today’s world, medications have become ubiquitous, with many of us relying on pharmaceuticals to manage various illnesses and conditions. Whether it’s a daily vitamin, a …

Dear Reader, There is an indescribable sadness in dying. Dying, while a solitary act, invites the many connections and networks of love a person has affected prior, to be a part of this final …

COMMUNITY SUBMISSION FROM DICK KENDALL Have you laid eyes on the ‘best’ recently? I had occasion to stop at Walmart in Antigo the other day to shop for some items on the ‘Honey-do’ list. On …