Eggs

We have been blessed of late with having fresh farm eggs. I did not grow up with this option so it amazed me how these and the grocery store variety are so similar and yet so very different. This is seen in their appearance, taste and especially their toughness. Let me explain.

His hand on yours

Jesus wept. John 11:35 Queen Victoria heard that the wife of a laborer had lost her baby. Having suffered deep sorrow herself, she wanted to express her sympathy. She called on the bereaved mother and spent time with her. Later, neighbors asked what the queen said.

Teacher Asst program kicks off Jan 11

State Farm is aiming to make 40 Texas teachers happy in the upcoming year. Whether in the classroom or working virtually, teachers are being asked to come up with innovative methods for helping their students learn.

Biden aims to pay farmers putting land in conservation programs

The government will help farmers mitigate climate change by paying them to “put their land in conservation” and plant cover crops, said President-elect Biden, providing some details on his campaign call to offset greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture.

Pet Talk

Spotting a red bump in the corner of a pet’s eye is a concerning but not uncommon experience for many dog owners. Colloquially called “cherry eye,” this bump may be a prolapsed gland of the nictitans, also known as the third eyelid. Dr.

Library Lines ...

A Christmas collection ranging from Nativity scenes to whimsical Santas is being shown here at Rhoads Memorial Library as the December display.

Smells

If you have read any of the symptoms of COVID, then you know that one is the absence of smells and taste. When I went to see the ear, nose and throat doctor after I was really sick in late January, one of the things I asked is when I would be able to smell and taste again.

Finding Great Joy

I have been writing this column since 2006 and there is a topic I have never written on – transgenderism. A recent story about retired basketball player Dwayne Wade and his wife Gabrielle, helped push me to write. One of their four children is 12 years old.

Editor’s Message

Every native Texan knows how unique the state, though out of state residents consider some the state’s colloquialism and habits a bit odd. But like it or not, Texans love the Lone Star State and see nothing peculiar at all. Being Texan is great, just ask any Texan.

Pet Talk

Most pet owners are clear about the immediate joys that come with sharing their lives with companion animals. However, many of us remain unaware of the physical and mental health benefits that can also accompany the pleasure of snuggling up to a furry friend.