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“All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make the better.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson Two days ago some restrictions were lifted concerning the Covid pandemic. This doesn’t mean we should all go out mask-free and hug everyone we meet. I will continue to wear a mask, wash my hands as often as a heart surgeon, maintain social distancing …

If you are really into cars and have never been to the Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners, then you should definitely plan a visit as soon as restrictions have been lifted. There is something happening now at the museum, that you might be interested in, even with the pandemic. The museum is hosting a series of lectures in their …

I am Marble,  I am about a year old and super friendly.  I am a female and I am ready for my spay surgery.  I like head pats and chin scratches.   I would love to be in my new forEVER home.  Call to make an appointment to see and adopt me at the St. Joseph County Animal Control Shelter located …

There is always a need for blood here in St. Joseph County and thanks to all the volunteer blood donors, the need is being met. St. Joseph Catholic Church in White Pigeon will host an American Red Cross blood drive this Friday, January 22. The hours for donating will be from noon until 5:15 PM. St. Joseph Catholic Church is …

I am Lulu.  I am part Cane Corso breed.  A Cane Corso is one of two Italian Mastiff breeds.  We are descended from a Roman breed of dog.  We tend not to do well with other dogs in the house and we need training.  I am current on my rabies vaccination.  I am one year old, and have been spayed.  …

With all the worry and anxiety we experienced in 2020, I think it would be a good idea if we all tried to relax a little more, starting right now. With a vaccine out now, the worry about getting the virus should be cut back a little. I think we should all continue to practice social distancing and take other …

Welcome to 2021. It won’t take much to be a better year than 2020. Working together, we can make it the best year we’ve seen in a long time. I’m going to try something new this year. Most of you can remember when the highways were decorated with Burma Shave signs. They were all quite clever and made a lot …

Thank God this year is almost over. It has been reported that this year has been one of the worst years in American history when it comes to health concerns. Since last March, there hasn’t been a single newscast that hasn’t had some mention of Covid-19. Thousands of Americans have died and at last report there is no end in …

I’ve always enjoyed watching movies, both at home and in a movie theater. Lately, the movie watching has been done at home, thanks to the Covid pandemic. Watching a movie at home just isn’t the same, because of all the commercial breaks and the fact that some scenes have been edited out of the movie. Going to a theater isn’t …

Last week I offered some suggestions on how to make Christmas shopping more enjoyable. I also gave some tips on how to have a live Christmas tree in your home. Here are some suggestions on how to give those gifts. Instead of spending lots of money on Christmas presents, consider offering a generous dose of your time. Alternatives to store-bought …