I like finding information about canoes and old boats . . . the older the better. Ancient canoes tell us about the people who built them. Some were built by hollowing out trees and some people used wooden ribs with stretched hides to cover the sides of their boats. And often we learn more about […]
To Ponder
10 Benefits of Helping Others
A Short Story… Barry White discovered the 10 benefits of helping others and to share with others. The list is several years old and it didn’t help, but it’s a step in the right direction. Barry thinks we should share and work together to make a better world. Please, read and share on your own. […]
Letter: Restoring the people’s faith in Pierce County government: What I would like our new government to know
Submitted by by Claudia Riiff Finseth. Pierce County will have a new government this month. What will the next four years be like? Will they be more of the same as the last eight years? I have great hope that they will be different. Different, first and foremost, in restoring a healthy county democracy. This can […]
The Mystery of the Old Tacoma Union Train Staton
A Short Story… The old Union Station in downtown Tacoma with it’s 90 foot tall celling constantly called to Clyde. His grandfather had told him about the history of the station as well as the beauty. Clyde had been detained for six months for some reason, but now he was free to do almost whatever […]
Plant your Christmas Tree in 2025
Submitted by Greg Alderete. Harvesting Christmas trees in a way that allows them to be replanted offers numerous environmental, economic, and cultural benefits. Traditional cut trees, while biodegradable, are often discarded after the holidays, contributing to waste. Alternatively, live, potted Christmas trees can be replanted, turning a short-lived decoration into a long-term environmental asset. Replanted […]
Desmond and Willie Working Together
A Short Story… Both leaders had good points to make, but it was really hard to choose who was actually on top of the best ideas. They never competed face to face. They both were the person in charge or their particular area. Desmond was just known as Mr. Desmond, while Willie was usually referred […]
Letter: Where the Road Leads
The road that could be seen from Paul McCartney’s window was a very real pathway that inspired the Beatles’ last No.1 hit, “The Long And Winding Road.” It is a road, wrote McCartney, “associated with terrific sadness and also a sense of hope. It is a road that leads to somewhere you never expected.” When […]
Let’s Talk! – Corn Fields in All Directions
Are you ready to switch off your screens and ponder or discuss another writing/conversation prompt from my friend Tyrean Martinson’s book? Here’s my take on it. I grew up in a Southwestern German city-suburb with a decidedly rural vibe. The village of barely 6,000 inhabitants was surrounded by agricultural land. One of my classmates in […]
Nothing Goes Together Like Red and Blue
A Short Story… We’re not talking about flags or uniforms, we’re talking about “looks.” Looks can bring actions to a standstill. It always depends upon the wearer, the garments, and the attitude they share. Jeanie had the style that attracted and took a hold of both men and women. She had the walk, the movements, […]