Writing this story was a challenge for me. I’ve never met Zach Bertsch; we did the interview via phone. But he is the same age as my daughter and to think of what he has come up against causes me to experience a myriad of emotions – anger, fear, doubt. I don't understand why Zach... Continue Reading →
Church Gives Free Backpacks & Supplies to Students
Here is a great way one church is helping students get started for the school year. Aren't these little ones cute? Students needing backpacks and supplies for the beginning of the school year may select one at a free carnival to be held at the 4-H park in Bluffton on August 6 beginning at 11:00... Continue Reading →
Mark Weinert- Norwell High School teacher and world traveler
“My philosophy is that each kid in my classes is worth my time and effort,” said Mark Weinert, biology and chemistry teacher at Norwell High School (NHS). “I give them my best attention even if I don't feel well or they don't earn great grades.” Weinert has taught biology and chemistry at NHS since 1988.... Continue Reading →
Tribute to Laurel Clark
A few days ago my church lost a good friend to an illness. Laurel Clark was in his late 80’s but a regular attender at church who always came with his wife, Laura. He was a dedicated Christian and an avid walker. Year-round he would trek the streets and sidewalks around our town. I wrote... Continue Reading →
Fulbright scholarship awarded to Lauren Petersen
This article and photo on Lauren Petersen explains something I didn't know much about – Fulbright Scholarships. That’s such a great thing about being a writer – you get to learn so many things in the name of research! She is planning such a great year for herself in Poland as an English teacher. She... Continue Reading →
Jori Leman hones her talent as a photographer
If you like creative photography, you’ll want to read about Jori Leman and view her talent in the photos below. For having first picked up a camera a couple of years ago, she has honed her skill at seeing the world in a unique way. Be sure to check out her website. Enjoy! ... Continue Reading →
Joe McFarren runs for clean water
This story that appeared in the Bluffton News-Banner is about a young man who is sacrificing my time, effort, energy for a group of people he does not know so they can have clean water. It is so inspiring. Please let me know what you think of it. ** Devotion to a cause can... Continue Reading →
Pam & Joe Baxter- Model A
Here is another car profile of Model A owners Pam & Joe Baxter. They belong to the Old Fort Model A Club in Fort Wayne. Sweet car and people! Joe Baxter grew up with a Model A in his family. Joe’s dad maintained the car himself, often with Joe’s help. Joe’s dad drove... Continue Reading →
Angela Witte and her best friend
This is a story about 2 people who have a special relationship. Read it and see if you don't feel good inside because of their love for each other. They call each other “besties” This is not a referral to a pair of tweens who tweet and send numerous Facebook posts to each other. Cathy... Continue Reading →
Blended Planet Pictures, Christian film making at its finest
As I’ve said before, a writer always keeps her eyes/ears open for ideas. This applies to Facebook. When my friend Larry Bower posted about his acting involvement with Blended Planet Pictures recently, I found out what this new organization is and how it is attempting to influence US culture with family-friendly films. After reading this... Continue Reading →