It only took four years since planting, but we finally got the first magnolia bloom. It lasted…well, not very long.
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Seeing Red…No, not THAT red!
Wherein I break a longstanding rule against discussing school or car colors.
I have a new truck, and the color is generating some controv…uh…discussion.
Radiation Cessation Elation
The next step in the journey is complete. Now we wait.
My radiation therapy is finished. It’s another step in the journey, but it was a pretty big one.
Cancer Update: Salvation via Radiation?
We're in a new chapter of treatment, one that we trust will have a happy ending.
I managed to avoid it for almost three years, but the cancer is just asking to be radiated, and who am I to deny it?
“He’s Ringo, Yes?” — A dissenting opinion
We're all about open discourse here at the Gazette. (I hope I don't live to regret it.)
My good friend Sam took exception to my review of Ringo’s new album, “Look Up.” I invited him to present his assessment, and I was somewhat surprised, but absolutely pleased that he agreed to do so.
Ringo’s “Look Up”: Close, but no cheroot
It's country, but don't count on hearing covers at Luckenbach.
Ringo Starr’s new album of country music, “Look Up,” was released yesterday. I had high hopes for it; it falls somewhat short of them.
Texas: Music to our Ears
I'm not saying that Texas is the center of the musical universe...but I'm also not saying that it's not.
I guess every state can lay claim to some unique form of music (I’ll give Rhode Island the benefit of the doubt). But Texas — well, it stands apart, and I’ve assembled proof of that for your consideration.
For to us a child is born…
...to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
My wish for each of you this Christmas is that you’ll experience the joy and peace that Jesus freely offers. May God richly bless you and your family!
Venom, anyone? (Part 2)
Nobody wants to be injected with venom, right? But some components of venom could be life saving.
Part 2 of this limited series on venom focuses on resources that are helpful in case of snake bites. Could save your life, or that of your pet.
Venom, anyone? (Part 1)
A scholarly and frequently irreverent survey of the natural dangers that confront the unwary or overconfident
What’s the deal with venom, anyway? And why is the whole world apparently out to get us humans?