COMMENTARY I know a ton of people are still reeling over the end of “Game of Thrones.” I am not one of those people. Aside from the finale — seen […]
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Weekend away offers chance to get back in the book groove
I love to read. All my life, it’s been my No. 1 hobby, among the first things I list when asked about my passions. There have been, on many occasions, […]
Simple pleasures fun to ponder
Yesterday, I sat and listened to several men in my office talk about sports for what felt like hours (but was, to be fair, probably more like 20 minutes). “I […]
What’s up, docs? Weekend off equals bingefest
After a month of six-day work weeks, today marks the first day of the first full weekend I’ve had to myself in what feels like ages. Which means I’ll likely […]
They’ll make me a real detective after this, right?
In completely uninteresting news, today is my birthday. Aside from being fully aware that no one besides my parents actually cares, I also can attest that there is absolutely nothing […]
He got us all right: Wishing Pops a happy ‘Gotcha Day’
Valentine’s Day may be just behind us, but there’s an even bigger celebration of love brewing this week. Because this Saturday marks one full year since my big senior boy, […]
It’s cold outside, bring those pets in
I am not a big fan of winter. In truth, I hate almost everything about it, save for the excuse to buy more coats and boots. Which, given my inclination […]
Thanksgiving may be over, but the gratitude keeps on going
As the veil of the all-American carb coma called Thanksgiving is likely just beginning to lift for most of you, I doubt the holiday has managed to slip your minds, […]
This motivation is making me uncomfortable
I don’t consider myself to be an overly negative person. I’ve had a half-full glass a time or two in my life. Like, just yesterday, I woke up and said […]
Love, guaranteed: Adopt, don’t shop for furever friends
OCTOBER IS ADOPT-A-SHELTER-DOG MONTH. To find your BFF (best friend furever), contact Mon County Canine Adoption Center at 304-291-7267, Marion County Humane Society at 304-366-5391 or The Preston County Animal […]






