Bill Ott
Ogs, hoosiers and white trash | Mark’s Remarks
The dictionary defines the phrase “Old Guard” as “the original or long-standing members of a group or party, especially ones who are unwilling to accept change or new ideas.” Do…
Patience | Mark’s Remarks
Aren’t you tired of people always using the new year to make a life change? Maybe I’m not tired of other people but I’m tired of myself. I tend…
Zero alcohol is likely the healthiest amount | For Your Health
Dr. Graham A. Colditz Siteman Cancer Center With New Year’s celebrations behind us and the promise of the new year ahead, it can be a great time to talk about…
‘A Man Called Otto’ | Movie Review
It is hard to believe that a man as curmudgeonly and grumpy as Otto Anderson can endear himself to us, especially after we meet him in “A Man Called Otto,”…
Christmas reflections | Ott Observations
A few days ago, most of us were celebrating the birth of Jesus. It is a time when you can’t help but do some faith reflection. There is so much…
His face | Mark’s Remarks
As far back as I can remember, I’ve heard people say “help us to seek your face” or something of that nature when they pray to God. I think…
Angels among us | Mark’s Remarks
When I was a kid, we were at a fast food restaurant in the parking lot. I just remember looking across the parking lot and seeing a man dressed…
Thank you, Nancy | Ott Observations
Recently, I watched Nancy Pelosi give a speech on the U.S. House floor announcing she was stepping down as Speaker of the House. It struck me that I was watching…
