Category Archives: Opinions
‘That’s all, folks’ isn’t the final word
I was talking with my stepson, Josh, the other day out in front of our house. His mother, Kathy, and I were sitting on the front porch, and Josh was out on the walkway with 10 feet of airspace between us — just in case, of course.
We had a stimulating conversation about a wide range of topics: Russia’s belligerent military activities on the Ukrainian border and what that could mean to the course of history; the sad lack of any Southern team making it to the NFL final four; his wife Michelle’s recent job promotion (Congrats, Michelle!) and the car business — among other things, such as his third-grade son WYATT’s decision to become an engineer (and not the kind that drives trains.)
It was our discussion of the car business — which is Josh’s line of expertise — that sparked the idea for this column.
If you’ve paid any attention as you drive past the car dealerships in Easley and anywhere else in the country, you
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I don’t have the heart to write about current events, so I decided to bring up another topic.
The question in everyone’s mind — whether you’re left, right or in the middle — is this: Why has it taken all these years to allow Minnie Mouse to wear pants? Yes, Minnie has now appeared in a polka-dot pants suit, and I, for one, say it’s about time.
There are a number of characters who could brush up their fashion sense. For example, Mickey Mouse needs a
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Determined to be on the same page with God
Last year was challenging for many, and as we move ahead in 2022, may we dedicate our minds and hearts to continue drawing as near to God as we can.
Psalm 24:7 promises, “The angel of the Lord encamps round about them that fear Him, and He delivers them.” This is referring to the reverential fear that many Christians have become too busy to think about. Let us not
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Courier Letters to the Editor 2-2-22
Thank you to Saitta and Whitehurst
Dear Editor,
I read the article about how the county council forgave the loan to Meals on Wheels.
If anyone borrows money from the government — that is, borrows
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Beware, they’re out to get us
Sometimes an email appears in your inbox from someone you do not know.
I’d advise not opening it. It may appear to be a legitimate message, but looks can be deceiving. It could very well be a hacker who does not wish you well.
This is why in recent months I’ve been contacted by my financial institution to verify an unusual request for fund withdrawal, by an alleged government agency advising that I’m now on a government watch list and by various friends letting me know they have been contacted with requests for money as I’m stranded in a foreign country and have lost my passport.
There’s also been another problem with email legitimately sent by me that mysteriously displays a false return
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Resisting temptation to be discouraged
Recently, I had an opportunity to chat with a wonderful lady as she shared with me about her health issues and other concerns.
Suddenly she stopped and wanted to know if she could ask me a serious question. I said of course, and she proceeded to relay that she felt silly asking me about salvation, especially with her being a church member since she was a child.
She wanted to know how she can know that she is going to heaven. I do not believe this is anything to be embarrassed about — in fact, it’s rather common as I examine my own heart and soul often.
I could sense the heaviness of doubt was stealing her spiritual joy, and this stress can escalate into fear and
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Looking behind rising food costs
It’s not over yet. Rising food prices, that is.
The best guess of experts is that food prices are likely to rise 5 percent in the first half of 2022. This is on top of the average 6.8 percent rise for all items, as reported by the Consumer Price Index in November for the previous 12 months. That report cited increases for foods such as eggs, meat, poultry and fish topping the list at 12.8 percent, the highest since 1982.
Which food items do experts point to as likely to see additional price increases? Nearly everything. And what are the reasons for all the increases? That depends on
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The VA vs. COVID
The Department of Veteran’s Affairs has been battling COVID-19 from the very beginning of the pandemic. The recently released Coronavirus Disease 2019 Response Report Annex B tells just how they’ve done. The facts are impressive.
So far they’ve vaccinated 4.3 million people.
The VA was the first federal agency to issue a mandate requiring all VA employees who work in health care to be vaccinated. They beefed up telehealth for veterans at home and those who live in rural areas. This resulted in 2,500 percent increase of telehealth care visits.
The VA carried out 43 Fourth Mission assignments, improving preparedness on the
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An allegorical analysis for the birds
They have kept solemn vigil over all who pass by on Calhoun Memorial Highway for lo, these many years.
And now, their exalted podium, the pedestal from which this noble assemblage has gazed upon us in majestic serenity, is gone.
I am referring, of course, to the Bodacious Birds of the Bypass, the Avian Aristocracy of Easley, the High Court of
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Birds of odd feathers can still flock together
There is a big bird feeder in the back yard hanging from a post and two smaller ones on the deck, hanging from brackets.
I keep them filled with a mix of wild bird seeds and usually have to refill them about once every four to five days.
That schedule changed drastically during the great snow storm.
The birds seem to know even before the weatherman that a storm is coming. I saw flocks of birds together in trees
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