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The Smell of Maple and Light in the Darkness Dec. 05, 2025
"You're a columnist," the wing-tipped, gray-haired inner voice bellows. "Write about politics. Write... Read More
Facing Christmas With an Aching Heart Nov. 29, 2025
Dear Annie: Though I'm young, I often feel as if I'm living the life of someone much older. This pas... Read More
Holiday Drama Got You Down? Take the Tourist Route Nov. 28, 2025
A friend recently told me they were dreading the holidays. I get it. Holidays can be stressful. The ... Read More
Columbus Day Celebrates Our Civilization Oct. 13, 2025
Battles over Columbus Day aren't really about Christopher Columbus at all — they're about whet... Read More
Finding Holiday Harmony in a Blended Family Jan. 28, 2025
Dear Annie: I've learned something surprising over the years as a step-parent: Holidays don't have t... Read More
A Light in the Darkness Dec. 27, 2024
The week before Christmas in 2006, on the same day I lost my job, doctors gave my wife six months to... Read More
Before You Bring Home a Holiday Pet Dec. 22, 2024
Dear Annie: As an animal lover, I hope you'll consider sharing this important message. To anyone thi... Read More
The Holiday Magic in Imperfection Dec. 22, 2024
It didn't ring a bell when he rolled down his window, but it did jingle with a light thump as I ease... Read More
A Santa by Any Other Name Dec. 20, 2024
What I've got is an "LED Santa Blow Mold With Warm White Light & Light Skin." He stands a little ove... Read More
This Holiday Season Feels Like a Post-Election Balm Dec. 13, 2024
We put up our Christmas tree on Nov. 9 this year. Right after the election. I cannot remember a time... Read More
How to Be Grateful Despite Trump Nov. 29, 2024
How is everybody coping with the decline of America? I'll tell you how I'm doing in a bit, but first... Read More
Americans Don't Do the First Thanksgiving Story Any Justice Nov. 22, 2024
We've all heard the story of the first Thanksgiving. The plight of pilgrims traveling from England t... Read More
Celebrating on Your Own Time Oct. 09, 2024
Dear Annie: I often read letters from parents and grandparents expressing sadness about not being ab... Read More
Labor Day Inspiration Sep. 02, 2024
Dear Readers: Wishing you all a very Happy Labor Day as summer comes to a close and you are enjoying... Read More
Thoughts for Memorial Day May. 27, 2024
Dear Readers: Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for honoring and mourning the U... Read More
Celebrating Passover and Earth Day Apr. 22, 2024
Dear Annie: Over the years, I have worked in day care centers for 2-year-olds, and my husband is a s... Read More
Onward, Christian Soldiers Apr. 04, 2024
As I often do over the Easter holiday, I watched a film that has the crucifixion and resurrection of... Read More
Getting To Know 'The Christ of God' This Easter Mar. 29, 2024
[Jesus] said unto them, But whom say ye that I am? Peter answering said, The Christ of God. Luke 9:... Read More
St. Patrick's Day Inspiration Mar. 17, 2024
Dear Readers: Happy St. Patrick's Day. Here are some famous and uplifting Irish blessings to add a l... Read More
Little Town in the Big City: A Family of Four Generations Jan. 03, 2024
Here in the heart of Washington, D.C., often considered a city of people passing through, I met a fa... Read More
