More. More. More … It’s not money everyone finds themselves short of this holiday season, it’s time.
Tag: Loose Ends
Loose Ends: Whatever happened to … the noon whistle?
What happened to the noon whistle?”someone asked the other day. The absence of that high-pitched shriek reminded me of my own reliance on the bells of St. James as a time management device.
Loose Ends: Fa-la-la-la-la
When does a community event become a tradition? Is it when it is declared an annual event after its success that first year or when it is held on the same date the next year and all the following years?
Loose Ends: Big business booming
Small businesses have finally gotten into the action for Christmas shopping.
Loose Ends: Thanks for Giving II
THANKS to Meeker Video’s number one canine pamperer, Angie Arnold, who always makes sure that all her doggy friends get a biscuit or two.
Loose Ends: Thanks for giving
Most of the Thanksgiving meals of my childhood included the yearly ritual of going around the table and listing all the things for which we were thankful.
Loose Ends: Put your name on it
Unsigned letters to the editors have always been a part of the newspaper business. It doesn’t appear to matter if the policy of the newspaper has been to only print signed letters, “Anonymous” can be persistent.
Loose Ends: Anywhere but here
Where the heck is Meeker?” It’s a question commonly broached to residents traveling away from home. Residents report that it happens as well in Rifle and Craig.
Loose Ends: The most important civic duty
There are a lot of references to doing one’s civic duty throughout the year. Making a change in the community involves more than signing up to help a local organization or two. It means taking time on Election Day to vote.
Loose Ends: Neighboring makes a difference
Rural community life is dependent on the bond between community members. No matter what is going on politically or economically, people do reach out and make a difference in the lives of their fellow residents.
Loose Ends: Weather unwise
What should I pack?” asked a first-time visitor to the White River valley. This question is often asked as if there is a definitive answer. No one understands when most people respond with a vague answer that indicates even year-round residents don’t have a clue.
Loose Ends: Have you seen those five guys?
Where did all the deer go?” Wildlife management experts were asked. Talk about predators, habitat decimation and not maintaining the health of the herd ensued. Town residents appeared a bit perplexed, as most responded to that question quickly and easily.