Out and About Blog by Norm Stutesman

This is the week of Thanksgiving. The one time when we should reflect on the many things we have to be thankful for. If you have a roof over your head, food on your table, and friends and family, you are more fortunate than 70% of the world’s population. No matter how hard you feel you have it, there’s someone …

This is the time of the year when our thoughts and actions are drawn toward the act of helping those in need. The motto of Lions Clubs International is “WE SERVE”. Lions help those in need every hour of every day and every day of the year. If there is a need anywhere in the world, Lions are there serving. …

I’m putting this column together on Sunday, the day before Veterans Day. I always try to have it completed earlier, but my schedule has prevented me from getting to it until now. I must finish this column by today so that I can get it to the radio station before Monday morning. WLKM Radio carries the column on their website …

Welcome to the month of November. We have a lot to celebrate this month. We started out by setting our clocks back one hour early Sunday. I was thankful for that extra hour of sleep. Election Day is Tuesday. We all had the honor and privilege of casting our vote for those individuals who will lead our government in one …

Next Sunday, November 3, Daylight Savings Time comes to an end. I try to mention this time change twice a year, because there’s always someone who forgets to reset their clocks. This time we set our clocks back one hour, so we get an extra hour of sleep Saturday night. I change my clocks Saturday evening before going to bed. …

I’ve been quite lucky when it comes to staying healthy. We made it through the COVID pandemic and feel fortunate. We have kept current with our annual vaccinations and have always watched our diets. We have done all we can so as not to get sick. However, about a week ago, some sort of bug caught up with my wife …

Last week I had the privilege to meet with a group of writers. They are not as well known as they should be, but I feel with some experience and guidance, their names will be right up there with Steinbeck, O”Reilly and King. These writers get guidance and support from each other. They all love what they do and I …

Here are six things that we should realize by the time we reach the age of 25. However, most people never understand number six until they turn 40: — Life is 100% better when no one knows anything about you. — You shouldn’t take advice from people who are not where you want to be in life. — Everyone will …

A reminder that this Saturday, September 28, the Centreville Lions Club will sponsor a pancake breakfast at the Nottawa Community School, 26438 M-86, in Nottawa. All donations will benefit the Nottawa Community School. This is a great opportunity to enjoy some great pancakes, while at the same time support the Nottawa Community School and the Centreville Lions Club. Come out …

Here are twelve things we should all understand: — When you are winning, keep your mouth shut. — Don’t tell people your plans. Wait for the results to speak for themselves. — Never expect to get what you give. Not everyone has a heart of flesh. — Everyday you wake up, you have a new job to be better than …