Valentine’s Day may be just behind us, but there’s an even bigger celebration of love brewing this week. Because this Saturday marks one full year since my […]
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It’s cold outside, bring those pets in
I am not a big fan of winter. In truth, I hate almost everything about it, save for the excuse to buy more coats and boots. Which, […]
Thanksgiving may be over, but the gratitude keeps on going
As the veil of the all-American carb coma called Thanksgiving is likely just beginning to lift for most of you, I doubt the holiday has managed to […]
This motivation is making me uncomfortable
I don’t consider myself to be an overly negative person. I’ve had a half-full glass a time or two in my life. Like, just yesterday, I woke […]
Love, guaranteed: Adopt, don’t shop for furever friends
OCTOBER IS ADOPT-A-SHELTER-DOG MONTH. To find your BFF (best friend furever), contact Mon County Canine Adoption Center at 304-291-7267, Marion County Humane Society at 304-366-5391 or The […]
Making deadline under an evil eye
Forgive me if this column seems a bit disjointed. I am a bit out of sorts today. Because even as I sit here, I am being hunted. […]
Changing the status quo scary, but necessary
The other day, a post by dude I knew in high school popped up, wherein he bemoaned living in a world where men must deal with the […]
Purina campaign hopes to pair rescue dogs, vets
There are a couple of very important men in my life, who happen to have a lot in common. Both enjoy sitting in a comfy chair and […]
For better or worse, ‘Eighth Grade’ will take you back
A number of years ago, I ran into a guy I had been head over heels for in junior high. He, on the other hand, barely knew […]
Judy Blume on the big screen? Yes, please
About a month ago, I came into the office to my usual stack of mail — stamped envelopes containing press releases, catalogs from publishing companies, thick folders […]
