Bill Ott
Kids tell all | Mark’s Remarks
I had an eye-opening talk with a small group of kids not too long ago. These kids are a great group. They bring me joy each day, and the…
Parker | Mark’s Remarks
I’ve oftenwondered what life must be like for our dog. He is an unusual looking dog, resembling a vampire batin my opinion. He has a sleek, thin torso with very…
Why can’t we have both? | Ott Observations
On my most pessimistic days, it can seem like our country is torn apart by irreconcilable differences. If our government wants to make sure a drug is affordable to…
Kid stuff and the perfect breakfast
I think I already told you the story of trying to fool the tooth fairy. I’ll try to be brief in my re-telling. I had a lot of storybooks by…
Get the full benefits of whole grains | For Your Health
By Dr. Graham A. Colditz It’s likely no surprise to hear that whole grains are a key part of a healthy diet. They’re filled with fiber, vitamins, minerals and other…
Enquiring Minds | Mark’s Remarks
Years ago, Mom would come back from Saturday grocery shopping, usually with an issue of the latest National Enquirer. Do you remember that one? Remember the commercial? A voice would…
Judging the justices | Ott Observations
As I write this, we have once again witnessed the excruciating Senate confirmation process of a Supreme Court justice nominee. Instead of thoughtful discussions about how a nominee weighs and…
The ‘what’s important’ age | Mark’s Remarks
You tend to do a lot of reflecting as you approach milestones. My age group is moving toward retirement, grandparenthood, and various stages of life that we are a bit…