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Sgt. Robert Bales: Are we asking too much of our volunteer army?

Multiple deployments due to the small size of the military may bring unforeseen effects. PTSD and a head injury have been discussed as possible causes for the Robert Bales alleged massacre. Published 9:53 a.m. March 28, 2012 - Comments

PBS Texas Ranch House: Cowboys and managers gone soft?

One of the virtues of our pioneers was that they would do what was necessary to succeed. They realized that all participants had to pull together, in the same directions. Do our current crop of managers see it that way? Published 5:15 p.m. March 18, 2012 - Comments

How I almost became an Atheist

Living in Colombia in my early years was a guarantee of being a Catholic. It wasn't a matter of just religion, our whole culture, history, and politics were permeated with the Church. Published 3:00 p.m. March 1, 2012 - Comments

Catholic church demanding yet another financial advantage

The Catholic church insists that their argument is not a money matter, but a religious one. Forgive my cynicism, but I think money is part of the equation. Published 2:46 a.m. February 14, 2012 - Comments

Crafting earrings for next Christmas: Getting a start now

It's never too early to start making your gifts for next Christmas. So let the Christmas tree be your inspiration. Published 1:42 p.m. January 27, 2012 - Comments

College should be open and affordable for all students

Higher education should be treated as a necessity for our country and not as a business. Published 6:32 p.m. January 13, 2012 - Comments

Is the trashing of America worsening?

While on a trip in Ecuador, the writer saw a sign in the bus that read: "Be a gentleman, throw your trash out the window." This is only an extreme example of what is happening across America, but litter is proliferating. Published 4:55 p.m. January 7, 2012 - Comments

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo: Better than hoped for

The movie may be too long for most folks, but the film keeps the magic from the books and the Swedish versions. But pay close attention if you're not familiar with the plot. Published 10:53 a.m. December 31, 2011 - Comments

Nuclear power: The case for a safe, alternative energy source

Fossil fuel and the petrochemical industry have caused many more deaths than nuclear power has, including the dropping of the atomic bomb on Japan. Yet America continues to fear nuclear power. Published 12:35 p.m. December 28, 2011 - Comments

Dream Dinners: Making home cooking accessible for the physically challenged, elderly or just busy

Nothin' spells lovin' like somethin' from the oven. And Dream Dinners make it possible. Published 12:23 p.m. December 19, 2011 - Comments