Opinions
This past Monday was Presidents Day. The day was originally observed on the first president’s birthday, February 22. This year, that will be George Washington’s 292nd birthday. In 1971, when the Uniform Monday Holiday Law was passed, Presidents Day was changed to the third Monday in February.
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Echoes From the Loafers’ Club Meeting
I wish I had enough money to buy an elephant.
What do you want with an elephant?
I don’t want an elephant. I just want enough money to buy one.
Driving by Bruce’s drive
I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me...
Dear Savvy Senior,
I have arthritis and hand tremors that affects my grip strength and makes brushing my teeth difficult. I’ve read that electric toothbrushes can help make the job easier. Can you make any recommendations for seniors?
Arthritic Alice
Dear Alice,
For seniors who suffer from...
Week Five
Before I talk about our legislation, I want to pay tribute to our former Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey. Bill passed away unexpectedly this week. He loved Iowa, he loved agriculture, and worked to promote our state. During a visit to Northwood, Bill was one of the first people...
I have an entire cookbook of pinto bean recipes! This is mentioned because I had always had just a passing acquaintance with the pinto bean before I began spending time in the Southwest. In that area of America, this little legume shows up in many dishes, both in restaurants and when you enjoy a...
Valentine’s Day is a bright light in the middle of the winter . Come February 14, sweethearts celebrate their love and affection for one another on this day devoted to happy couples.
The origin of Valentine’s Day has generated much speculation over the years. Most early accounts do not point to...
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting
I hate Monday.
Today is Thursday.
It takes me a long time to get over a Monday.
Driving by Bruce’s drive
I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me. I hate to brag, but I have a lot of pennies. I’m no...
Dear Savvy Senior,
What are the IRS income tax filing requirements for retirees this tax season? I didn’t file a tax return the past two years because my income was below the filing threshold, but I got a part-time job late last year, so I’m wondering if I’m required to file this year.
Retired...
Week Four
The first four weeks of session have been consumed by HSB 542- AEA reform. This bill is now dead in the Iowa House. The Education Committee held a subcommittee on the Governor’s bill and failed to advance it to the full committee for consideration. With that said, the education...
Sharing Our Best (2003, Morris Press Cookbooks, Kearney, Nebraska) is a “collection of recipes from Gallagher’s Café” which was located in Gibbon, Minnesota. The café was attached to Gallagher’s Quilt Shop and the book was developed because so many of their customers asked for recipes for food...