Opinion

Was trying to make a statement using the phrase “You can ride a horse to death.” but instead it came out “You can only ride a dead horse so far.” I do believe that was the point I lost them...

Comfort means a lot more to me now than it used to. Maybe it is because I’ve lived through enough seasons to appreciate the simple joys of life-a crackling fire, a hearty bowl of soup and watching my grandkids grow up, filling my house with laughter and energy.

Written September 17, 2024 It had all been on a whim and almost hadn’t happened, so glad I hadn’t canceled in the wee hours of Saturday morning! I always have second thoughts every time I’m about to leave home, I can’t blame it on age as I’ve always been this way. More than prompt Pam was at my house at ten to six, and the old bag lady that I am, my bag was loaded in the back of Pam’s car quickly.

I grew up attending what I would call a “basketball school.” With the exception of track, while I was in school, basketball was all that was offered. So, at Delaplaine, basketball was our football—our “Friday Night Lights,” you could say.

We were talking last night about the time Mike had his 1985 Monte Carlo SS stolen in Memphis, back in the 90’s. A week later it was found stripped on the side of the road.

As we enter the month of October, Arkansas gears up to celebrate Arkansas Farm to School Month-a time dedicated to connecting schools, early childhood education sites, and various organizations with local farms to provide children with access to fresh, healthy food. This initiative is part of a nationwide effort to foster a deeper connection between communities and local food producers, enriching the lives of students and families alike.