Life Unfiltered
What in the world am I writing about? It’s a question I’ve asked myself while trying to decide what direction this column should go in. It’s a q...
Meet Simon
Simon is a five-month-old sealpoint little guy that came to us as a stray.
In 1983, I had moved back to Danville from living in Utah for four years...
Hair Curlers? No Thanks.
He Said
Since we started dating 19 years ago, I have no trouble finding things to be thankful about. I'm thankful we are two peas in a pod (most of t...
Rocking in October
He Said
October is always a good month for me but not necessarily great for you. I could be wrong about this, but hear me out. As you know, we both h...
Teacher of the Year
He Said
It is that dreaded time of the year for me — the end of summer. Yes, I am talking about “back to school” time. When our kids graduated,...
You Need a Life Folder
Making a will is the last thing anyone wants to do, and this is not a pun. Most of us put it off as long as we can, or we decide right away ...
You Just Blow Me Away
He Said
You know, I amnot usually one to complain. I am normally the type of person who gets along with everyone, takes everything in stride,...
The Crazy World of Bucket Lists
He Said
Did I ever tell you about one of the items on my bucket list that I actually accomplished? I know you write about me being lazy, lethargic, n...
By Choice
“How do I become a member of Danville By Choice?”
That’s the one question we’re asked the most, and the answer is simple: If you love Da...
Business Promotion on Steroids
Promoting your business is an ongoing task. A few take it to another level. Some are out of the ordinary to say the least. Take a look at what is arou...
Shared Affections
He Said
From time to time we have both accused one another of having a passion for something besides each other. I think you accused me of using fa...
It’s Not Just Lightning Bolts
The first Father’s Day was recognized on July 19, 1910 in the state of Washington. The day didn’t become a nationwide holiday until 1972, 58 years...
Life’s a Beach
Recently, I was pleased to get out yet another bundle of summertime attire from storage bins — swimsuits! It’s pool season and that makes me super...
Jasper C. Oldham
My father, Jasper C. Oldham died on April 7th this year. On June 16th, my father would have been 93-years-old. He lived a long and prosperous life. ...
Animal Mothers
Although mothers (the good, honorable, decent ones) should be honored every day for the wonderful service they provide to their children, and thus to ...