Wendy Range

Mismatched
My youngest daughter has always been her own person. She is still, after living almost a decade, able to be a free thinker and is true to her convictions. She…

Christmas recommendations | Mark’s Remarks
Some of my earliest memories of Christmas involved being sprawled out in front of the television set, watching all the Christmas shows. Back then, the early-to-mid-1970s, I don’t think…

Filling space | Mark’s Remarks
I read books that are designed for middle school students because I want to see what they are reading and what I can recommend. I’m currently reading a story…

Letter to the Commander in Chief
Dear Mr. President: When you became a candidate in 2016, I rooted for you. I wasn’t pleased with your demeanor or with much of how you behaved, but I strongly…

Hope, attitudes and comfort food | Mark’s Remarks
I’ve been on a diet for about two months. I haven’t lost a bunch of weight, but I’ve changed my eating habits and my water intake. However, my plan was…

Listen, my children | Mark’s Remarks
When kids get into my class, I don’t allow them to raise their hands while I’m talking. When their hands go up, they stop listening, and I try to teach…

A firm handshake | Mark’s Remarks
I was asked by my daughter why people lie. It really surprised me that a 9-year-old would ask such a question. You may guess why she asked, considering the main…