Archive for Humor
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Dance Memories & Valentine’s Steak
By John & Joan Maxwell Cinnamon Ridge Farms Living in the country could be very isolating, and our many chores to do didn’t leave much time for visiting. My parents combated this by going dancing three times a week. They would go to the Col Ballroom in Davenport, Club Mocan in Moline, and Fa...
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The Humorous Side
I had amnesia once -- or twice. ***** Protons have mass? I didn’t even know they were Catholic. ***** I am neither for nor against apathy. ***** All I ask is a chance to prove that money can’t make me happy. ***** If the world were a logical place, men would...
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People, Purses, Paper
Ali Maiden loved purses, $20 bills, and mail trucks. She also loved people – and gave gifts of healing to many after her death. By Ann McGlynn Director of Communications St. Paul Lutheran Church The first hunches came from her mom. Patty Maiden felt like her pregnancy with Alison was differe...
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Calendar of Events – January 2018
Support Groups and Informational Seminars Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association – Are you or someone you know a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer’s? Free educational classes are being offered for people with dementia, their families, and those who professionally serve them. Get support from ...
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Just Saying…
By Q.C. Jones Unfocused Thought and the New Year Random and innocent comments sometimes spur deep thought; allow me a story. Last month I went to see an obscure but talented young band of musicians from Jackson, Tennessee. While generally the banter between songs at these performances trends tow...
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A Little Unexpected Egg-citement
By John & Joan Maxwell Cinnamon Ridge Farms When I was growing up on the farm, 4 a.m. was about the usual time Rooster Cogburn would rouse everyone, belting out, “Cock-a-doodle-doo!” His raspy crow was a daily reminder that our farm had not only dairy cattle and a few hogs, but also chicke...
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January Flowers, Gems and Dates
By Eloise Graham The traditional flower for January is the carnation. The history of this botanical wonder dates back more than 2,000 years; it’s not surprising that carnations are rich with symbolism, mythology and even debate. While some scholars suggest that their name comes from the word ...
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Just Saying…
By Q.C. Jones It’s the Christmas Season – and I Believe! December is the season for believing… I believe. As I think about the festivities thundering along like the North Pole Express, one can’t help but ponder the coming weeks. If you listen closely enough, you can hear the echo of rein...
