Christine Otten
Tech Trouble | Mark’s Remarks
I know you are like me and you stop and think about technology from time to time. I was just thinking about how far we’ve come in just a short…
Up and Down | Mark’s Remarks
I wasn’t even aware that people did this until the women in my life mentioned it. Now I notice it all the time. You know what I’m talking about; the…
‘Victoria and Abdul’ | Movie Review
Victoria and Abdul: a Lavish Dramedy with Wonderfully Packaged Moments I can’t imagine Judi Dench disappointing in anything she appears in. This movie is another testament to her prowess. “Victoria…
Say Goodbye to Greeting Cards | Mark’s Remarks
Up front, I need to tell people who send me cards that this is not a complaint toward them. I appreciate getting a card. However, I must also confess that…
Pool Etiquette | Mark’s Remarks
We are members of a neighborhood pool. It is something that comes with the territory. We pay a mandatory fee each year. It’s a nice pool, and I’m glad we…
What Is It? | Mark’s Remarks
When school starts every year, there is a feeling. Or maybe it’s an attitude. Maybe it’s an overall experience. I’ve thought about it a lot. What is it, exactly? Kids…
When You Least Expect It | Mark’s Remarks
It’s amazing when you talk to people and find out some of the stuff they’ve been through. We were in a group of people not long ago, and after a…
Movie Review: 13 Minutes
As always with dramas based on history, I recommend reading the real story first. Movie goers who see “13 Minutes” will have their curiosity peaked and will have a desire…