One thing Lakewood residents do well is partner with their fellow public service organizations. A good example was the 5th annual Springbrook Christmas Giveaway took place on Saturday, December 15th at the Centerforce Building in Springbrook. With unwrapped gift donations from the Lakewood First Lions Club, Caring for Kids, the City of Lakewood, and Springbrook […]
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Letter: Hanging up the harp at thoughts of home
‘The back-eddies of the flowing river reflected our tears, the drooping willows – on which we hung our harps – matched our spirits,’ describes the Israeli captives in Babylon of ancient history as they thought of home. What is it about the fireside hearth of home, especially at this holiday time of year, that brings […]
Film Review: Bohemian Rhapsody
After I watched Bohemian Rhapsody, I followed a hunch and read through Freddie Mercury’s and Queen’s Wikipedia page. I sadly realized that my fears were justified. Watching Bohemian Rhapsody felt no different to me than reading a Wikipedia article that summed up their careers. For a biopic about Queen, this is far from acceptable. If […]
Letter: “Where’s the Nativity?”
The two boys, ages 4 and 2, looked up at mom with cherub-like guileless faces. Clueless too.
Home from Home: Christstollen
These days, stores in the area which have been carrying German Christmas treats are pretty much sold out, I guess. One of the most traditional baked goods – and I have to admit definitely not my favorite one – is Christstollen (pronounce: ‘chreest-shtoll-lan). But that’s because I’m not one for sweet yeast doughs at all. […]
My Monthly Reminder
‘Would you like your monthly credit card statement sent by regular mail, email, or we do have other reminders?’ 🙂
Lakewood First Lions serve as Santa’s Elves
Ever since the City of Lakewood became a city, Lakewood First Lions Club members have been helping coordinate underserved children and their parents being able to visit with Santa Claus during the city’s annual tree lighting ceremony, which was held recently.
How Cool is That?
How cool is that? In this busy Christmas shopping season, who gets reserved priority parking, right by the main entrance? Yep, those who drive a pickup. 🙂
Home from Home: Pick-up and drop-off
People are talking about how divided this country is, and I see it every day. Not just in a sense of politics – and you know this column was never meant to make any political statements. I find that there is one part of the population who drops off and another who picks up.