NIAGARA, Wis. — The weather is a common topic of conversation. We also use weather related phrases to describe other non-weather situations. After our recent blizzard, the phrase “snowed under,” would be relatable to everyone. Its literal meaning is clear — we received lots of snow in ...
NIAGARA, Wis. — Most of us are familiar with the story about the city mouse and country mouse. When each of them visits the other, they learn to appreciate their own home even more. Ever since “moving north,” I better understand that story as my own experience bears it out. First, a ...
KINGSFORD — Sunshine is nice, but when coupled with warm weather it’s better yet. At this time of the year, melting snow can be euphoric. One wonders how the morning could get any better? How about adding a Golden K meeting, and sharing a beautiful day with friends? The coffee is perking ...
KINGSFORD — Monday presented a crisp cold day for the Golden K. The sun added a promise of warmth and the seniors braved the chill and found their way to the First Presbyterian Church. They were ready to share weekend adventures and thoughts of spring. Chairperson Kathy Jo Anderson opened ...
NIAGARA, Wis. — When I was growing up, I would from time to time complain to my mother about someone in my class at school. The complaints would generally come after I felt that the other student had slighted me in some way or done something I did not consider to be “fair.” My mother would listen to me and then remind me that there may be a reason for the other child’s actions that I did not fully understand. She always advised me, along with my siblings, that we should never judge another person until “we had walked a mile in their shoes.” Of all the lessons we learned ...
NIAGARA, Wis. — As I sit down to write this column today, it has once again started to snow. Most of us dread the start of this season. But I believe we can cultivate a different attitude toward the snow that will go a long way toward helping us better appreciate the white stuff. We ...
