We can make it better for a few of them

“Christmas is sights, especially the sights of Christmas reflected in the eyes of a child.” – William Saroyan (1908 - 1981) Armenian American novelist, playwright, and short-story writer.

Yes, Virginia…

Editor’s note: A letter to the editor from eight-year-old Virginia O’Hanlon earned a quick response in the form of an unsigned editorial published Sept. 21, 1897. Veteran newsman Francis Pharcellus Church wrote the piece that has since become the most reprinted newspaper editorial in history.

Boy from Cotton Patch sure could coach

Stamford won the battle of the Bulldogs on Dec. 21, 1956 beating Brady 26-13 for their thirty-second victory in a row and second straight Class 2A state championship. Forty-two year old Gordon Lenear Wood had accomplished what most high-school football coaches achieve only in their dreams.

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None of us can quite believe that Christmas is happening. It seems like every year it gets here a little faster. And, yes, that could have something to do with age. No matter what, I love Christmas and hope that yours will be filled with family and friends.

Not all is merry and bright

To some, the season may genuinely feel like the most beautiful time of the year, but all of us know deep down that not ‘all’ is merry and bright in this world — or us. Some of you have endured loss or health concerns, and basting a turkey isn’t high on your list.

Holiday traditions

As the holidays fast approach, I have found myself thinking a lot about traditions. From trees, to decorating, even down to what we eat at the holidays, traditions abound for many of us during the holiday season.

Different gifts for Christmas

I wonder how it feels to celebrate Christmas, with Christ. How amazing it must be to be there as the herald angels sing, and as a mother who once gave birth in a manger, praises her son, now the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. Picture with me please as we wonder together.

The newest real-life action board game idea

“Any car’s weakest part is the nut holding the steering wheel.” – Unknown Board games are always high on my Christmas gift-giving list.

Secret Agent for God

In James Bond movies, an entire army can shoot automatic machine guns, along with a million other weapons, and Bond will always survive. I guess that’s what makes him James Bond. If someone tossed a feather my way, I know I’d get hurt trying to get out of the way. And if I saw a gun, I’d faint.

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December in the library: Monday, December 13—Friends of the Library 6 p.m. Tuesday, December 14—Story Time 11 a.m. (A visit from someone special!/Kroweldeen Club 1 p.m./Legal Clinic 3 p.m. Thursday, December 16—Family Night 6 p.m.