Honoring Her Family Members On Veterans Day
Many of us have family members who are U.S. veterans, whether in wars past or serving this country in present day. There are certainly many stories that can be told, but never enough space on…
Another Wild Ride
James R. Benn, Soho Crime, 2022 And my heart also knew I’d never forget the moment I watched those men advance into hell’s open, gaping jaws. – Billy Boyle [Excerpt from “The Partisan”:Oh, the wind,…
Moose Mountain & More: Appalachian Trail Tramping
This was the second Thursday in a row that I accompanied Bria while she finished up redlining the Moosilauke Region chapter in the AMC White Mountain Guide. This requires hiking the Appalachian Trail from Moosilauke…
Profile Falls on the Smith River in Bristol
Visiting waterfalls in the Fall is a fun thing to do, especially after it has rained for a couple days. The brilliant fall color of the leaves that are still left on the trees frame…
The Great Parental Replacement
It’s happening. It’s been happening. Parents, you are being replaced. Where? Right under your noses, in your neighborhoods, in your public and private schools, and in your local children’s hospitals. How? Under the guise of…
Letters From God – 10/13/22
Dear God: How Can Christians Be Pro-Life Yet Call For The Death Penalty?
North Korea’s “Me Too” Missile Diplomacy
In a strange but not unexpected twist to a world in turmoil, North Korea’s bellicose leadership has carried out a series of missile tests, not seen since 2017. One particularly provocative firing of an intermediate…
Of Day Dreams And Gingerbread Muffins
I don’t know about you but mine is a seasonal palate. While I find pastries, sweets, and cookies of all descriptions pleasing; with the arrival of Fall, my tastes often turn to pumpkin, apple, molasses,…
Work, Work, Work & More Work
As a child I sometimes joined others at a 4-H or Grange meeting singing about work. “There is work, work, work, there is work for the children to do,” we vocalized. And we solemnly sang,…
Larry Frates Brings Back Zig-Zag Lady For Final Performance At Altrusa Fundraiser
On Sunday, October 16th, Larry Frates will once again bring magic to the stage to perform two magic shows at the Belknap Mill in Laconia to benefit Altrusa Laconia NH. This will also be the…
A Fair Question
It happens every October, the inevitable question. “Are you going to the Sandwich Fair?” I was first asked the question in October of 1985. I had only moved here from New York the month before.…
Fall Migration
People love fall for a variety of reasons. Cooler temperatures, Halloween decorations, fall foliage, football, and, of course, pumpkin spice. For me, I love fall for the bird migration - obviously. I particularly like finding…
On The Appalachian Trail In Maine: 100 Mile Wilderness & Katahdin – Part II
Cooper Brook’s cascading water white noise made for a good night’s sleep for our 4th night sleeping in the 100 Mile Wilderness. We were now halfway through our hike if everything continued to go our…
Fall Pike Fishing
Of all the fall fishing opportunities, northern pike has to be one of my favorites. Triggered by shorter days and dropping water temperatures, pike will begin to move into shallow water and feed as often…
Missionary Nurse Honored At Laconia Hospital Reunion Class Of 1950
They became teachers, physicians, lawyers, publishers, clergymen, writers, politicians, nurses, and prominent in other occupations and they were men and women who received their early education and training in the Lakes Region. One of those…