24 April 2012
In 1962 there was a musical titled Stop the World—I Want to Get Off. If people back then thought the world was spinning madly, imagine what they’d think today. In the 60s you might have been worried...
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24 April 2012
Summer is high season for vacationing, but that doesn’t have to mean high prices. Try these creative tips to get out of town without getting into debt.
1. Do good and feel good. Instead of a typical beach...
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More fruits, fewer fries
Every now and then, the issue of school lunches captures the nation’s attention. Who can forget the brouhaha that ensued when the Reagan administration famously tried to re-classify ketchup and pickle-relish as vegetables instead of condiments? And just last year, some in Congress defended the idea that the sauce on a slice of pizza should...
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Muddling through the enforcement of U.S. immigration law
President Ronald Reagan once warned that “A nation without borders is not a nation.” While it might seem as though the commander in chief stated the obvious, opinions have differed in recent years on who has the right to enforce immigration law. Since the Constitution’s ratification in 1787, it has gone without saying that the federal...
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Letters to the editor
“The traveling tipper” March 2012 issue Job tasks vs. extra services What I don’t understand is the need to tip for housekeeping. Tips to me are for extra services and not just because that is the social thing to do. The room is being cleaned as I am paying to have that done as an implicit part...
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May is Older Americans Month
Since 1963, communities across the nation have joined in the annual commemoration of Older Americans Month—a proud tradition that shows our nation’s commitment to celebrating the contributions and achievements of older Americans. The theme for Older Americans Month 2012 is “Never Too Old to Play!” Throughout the month of May, events will spotlight the important role...
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Letters to the Editor
“Can a green car go the distance?” March 2012 issue Comparing gas/EV hybrids Is the [Chevy] Volt really cost “efficient” when compared to the purchase/operating costs of other gas/EV hybrids? Absolutely not! My 2006 Toyota Prius is still getting 50 mpg and the 2012 Prius purchase price is $17,000 less. Here are more gas/EV hybrids that are as powerful...
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The Chevy Volt: A lightning rod of controversy
In last month’s issue, I wrote about my new Chevy Volt. Since I purchased the electric vehicle (EV) with the gasoline back up at the end of 2011, the price of gas has gone up 10%. Experts warn that it could reach $5 a gallon by summer. With my fuel consumption averaging 101 mpg, I have...
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Living Faith: Was there really a supper at Emmaus?
I recently attended the exhibit “Rembrandt and the Faces of Jesus” and was struck by the great lengths that Rembrandt took to assure historical accuracy in his depictions of biblical scenes. Not everyone is so concerned about facts when it comes to religion, however. Many draw a distinction between reason and faith, elevating reason to the...
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Turn a hobby, interest into income
Working during retirement doesn’t necessarily mean slaving away in the same office where you spent your career or picking up a mindless part-time job. Many people are using their retirement as a chance to turn a beloved hobby or a unique skill into an income stream. “Finding full-time jobs is pretty difficult for the great majority...
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