Laughter is the best medicine
We seem to be drawn to people who make us laugh, whether it be a friend, relative, spouse, a pastor, an author or other writer, or a celebrity. We want to be amused. We want something to be uplifting and to make us smile and laugh, for laughter gives our hearts a lift. There were […]
Of holidays, and burgerbots…
One thing I don’t understand is why some people believe it is their mission at Christmas to steal or deface the Christmas decorations of others. I have heard stories here in Madera of blow-up displays of Santa or Rudolph, the Red Nosed Reindeer being ruined by people who cut them with knives or poke them […]
Buying votes by using the Tax Code
Buying a vote is against the law, either with cash or gifts. Liberal Democrats have been doing it for years through “programs.” Now, they want to “Tax our Text Messages” to give more “Gifts” to the “Poor.” They tax our utilities to give low rates to the poor. Charge us more on medical to give […]
Brown puts limit on rights for illegals
There is a school of thought, mostly pushed by Latino activist politicians, which says undocumented immigrants contribute to American life and prosperity and therefore should have virtually all the rights of citizens. For a long time, it appeared an unlimited granting of rights previously reserved for U.S. citizens would be among the major legacies of […]
PETA: Does a Bavarian spit in the Black Forest?
Here we go again. Regular readers of this column know that I have a number of pet peeves, one of which is our obsession with political correctness. However, I understand that our culture has been changing with regard to such things as gender roles. So, years ago, I stopped using the term “mailman” and have […]
Making memories this Christmas
The hustle and bustle of the holidays are in full swing. Gifts are being bought, wrapped and stashed under the tree. Christmas morning verses Christmas Eve for the exchange of gifts is being debated as impatient children wait for the carnage of brightly colored paper and ribbons. Christmas morning was the designated hour for gifts […]