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The dash- live yours to the fullest and make it count

I worked in a funeral home for many years and thought that’s exactly what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. Being there for a family in the midst of one of their biggest struggles, was honestly the biggest reward I’ve ever received.

Nattering Nabobs of Negativity don’t serve anyone well

I am sure we all agree the break in political commercials for a few weeks before the November General Election is a welcome reprieve from the unrelenting negativity.

The bible actually says your thinkin’ controls your feelin’

The boy sure had learned some choice words, no doubt about it. In the school room, on the playground, and at home, he kept getting into trouble on a regular basis for his rather colorful way of expressing his thoughts and feelings.

Just tell yourself to keep swimming- the edge awaits!

Do you remember the first time you ever went swimming? You probably inhaled a ton of water and thought you were going to drown. The fear of swimming in the deep end and thinking there were sharks at the bottom, so you would kick as hard as you could to get to the side so you could get out.

Miscommunication and outside stressors can start a war

Husband has had a horrible time at work that day. Feeling kicked around, unappreciated and definitely out of sorts, he pulls into the driveway, only to find that his three-year-old has left her tricycle blocking the garage door… again.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

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Have faith in the process! Your magical ‘pop’ moment is coming

Have you ever wondered how popcorn pops? The heat from the microwave or stove cooks the inside until it pops open, right? YES, but let’s really look at what happens! There is this little drop of water inside every kernel.

Don’t ignore the small things until they become big things

The man had a heart attack. His cardiologist then told him he had to walk at least forty-five minutes daily, the rest of his life. So off he went, just like the mailman – rain, sleet, snow, or burning sun. Walking became a regular part of his days.

Letters To The Editor

Dear Readers, Have you noticed the new flower pots and flower bed in front of the library? Sue Fletcher planned and carried out the work for each. It looks great. An attractive approach to the library is inviting for patrons of all ages. I am on the Western Plains Library Board in Cordell.