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A story behind lilacs and country roads

Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting My wife said it was the most disgusting habit I have. What did you say to that? Nothing, but I almost choked on my big toenail I was chewing. Driving by Bruce's drive I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Deep thoughts occur as I drive...

Go out in joy and be led forth in peace

Summer has officially started. We may not have had much winter, probably more than some people wanted, but not enough for me. Now though, it is time for summer. My summer plans include addressing the yard work that was left undone when I was away last summer and the garage work that resulted...

I don't have the humidity to admit it

Echoes from the Loafer’s Club Meeting Husband: When I get mad at you, you never fight back. How do you control your anger? Wife: I clean the toilet. Husband: How does that help? Wife: I use your toothbrush. Driving by Bruce's drive I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Deep...

Game Changers

Basketball is a sport enjoyed by a great number of fans and viewers. In the NBA, probably the best player of all time is Michael Jordan. Some might argue Lebron James, Larry Bird, Lew Alcindor or Wilt Chamberlain. Given that millions of shoes have been sold with Jordan’s name on them, and movies...

Learning how to forgive

“How do I forgive someone who did…?” “I can’t forgive them.” “I am not ready to forgive.” These are statements I hear all too often from people. They share their pain and hurt with me and then give me one of those lines. Unforgiveness will stop your growth in Christ, it will hinder your...

Never the Twain shall meet

Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting My father never hugged me as a child. That’s a shame. He couldn’t. I wasn’t even born yet when he was a child. Driving by Bruce's drive I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Deep thoughts occur as I drive past his drive. As I drove by workers...

Recent weather trends raise appetite for fishing

Winter ice fishing was a great disappointment. Families couldn’t have fun and bond in their warm lodges out on their favorite lake. There simply wasn’t any safe ice for any extended amount of time. Spring is now here and open water will never let an eager angler down. Fishing with a bobber is...

Summer, a season of enrichment and exploration

As the school year draws to a close, Waseca Public Schools is gearing up for an exciting summer with activities aimed at academic enrichment, physical fitness, and exploration. From targeted instruction in core subjects to athletic endeavors, Waseca students and residents have multiple options...

Consider your own actions first

Life is lived in proximity to other people. There are people that we genuinely like to be around, they meet an emotional relational need in our lives, and we enjoy their presence. God has given us people in our lives that make us better and challenge us to grow and become more like Jesus. As a...

Slowly getting over my fear of speed bumps

Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting I sent my brother a “get better” card. I’m sorry to hear he’s ailing. Oh, he isn’t sick, but I know he could get better. Driving by Bruce's drive I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me. I saw a...