How Would You Pray For America?

“I would pray that I bless all the people in the world and all the animals, my cat, Rusty, especially,” says Noah, age 6. Noah would also ask God to bless his house and other people’s houses and “to make the parks really fun.” Somewhere in Petaluma, California, there’s a blessed cat named Rusty.

Seven Tips to Stay Safe During the Summer Heat

The dog days of summer have certainly arrived, and with the soaring temperatures Texas State Parks is sharing seven tips to help Texans enjoy time outdoors safely. Last year, 47 state parks reported 141 heatrelated illnesses in humans and pets.

In a Van, Down by the River

I am not a smart person. I can’t seem to grasp technology. I don’t understand Wi-Fi at all, leading me into all sorts of predicaments where I must edit my columns on my phone where autocorrect often changes words into other words, like 2 weeks ago. Did you catch that? Tint became tent.

Ask Aunt

B Dear Aunt B, How do I reach out to people that I have lost contact with? There have been people in my past that I have lost touch with, and I miss them. Do you have any good advice? Lost Friend Dear Lost Friend, I sure hope I have good advice, but I will let you be the judge of that.

FINANCIAL FOCUS

Opportunity Mutual funds offer investors a chance to own shares in dozens of companies, as well as bonds, government securities and other investments. But you might be able to broaden your portfolio further by owning another type of fund — an exchange-traded fund (ETF).

Why Did Jesus Say “I Am The Bread Of Life”?

“Part of the secret of success in life is to eat what you like and let the food fight it out inside,” quipped Mark Twain. So much about our lives revolves around food. This column examines one of Jesus’ most famous metaphors, “I am the bread of life,” (John 6:35).

Ask Aunt B

Dear Aunt B, I am really tired of feeling bad. What are some things that I can do to feel better and improve my health? Tired and Sore Dear Tired and Sore, By the way you signed your question, I am assuming you are feeling bad physically and not necessarily bad mentally and emotionally.

Trouble at the Ranch

I am an aspiring podcaster. Do I have a studio? No. Equipment? Again, no. Training? Most decidedly, I do not. Talent? Absolutely none. I bet you’re wondering what makes me think I could be successful in the podcast world. Trust me, I wonder, too. I can talk for hours on end.

FINANCIAL FOCUS

If you have a family member with special needs, you might face emotional and physical issues, but you also may be concerned about maximizing the financial support your loved one requires. Consequently, you may want to consider establishing a special needs trust.

Ask Aunt B

Dear Aunt B, My girlfriend just broke up with me. I thought we were in love forever. It ended very quickly, and I am very confused. Two days earlier we were planning our future. We do have some history and share some very important things.