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They’re only lent to us

In October of 2016 I began my 10th year of raising funds for my kids and telling their…

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Britta and her Gold Star mom

I missed last week’s article due to what I’m told is called the “Carolina Crud.” I have a…

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An old friend comes to town

I moved to Polk County in 2006. I had just sold a highly successful pet sitting business and…

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At year’s end

Once again we broke records on the amount of money raised and spent on my kids. I cannot…

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Back to my roots

ʼTwas the day before Christmas, I was off on a chore, a visit I’ve made many times before.…

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Doing what we can for little Ninja

I once again find myself with too much on my plate and not enough time to do it.…

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All you need is love

It’s been a long time since the Beatles recorded that sweet little ditty, “All you need is love.”…

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Working together, Dante’s story

I have often spoken of how proud I am of this community and the great strides that have…

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Happy Thanksgiving

There are always many tales to tell but I’d like to use today’s column to reflect on life’s…

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Gizmo, he kept his promise

The second story in my book, “A Voice in the Hills,” was about Gizmo. Gizmo came under my…