What does retirement security mean to you?

October is National Retirement Security Month. But what does retirement security mean to you? And how can you work toward achieving it? Here are some suggestions: • Build your resources.

Three Rights Make a Left

It has been almost two years since my dad died and left my “special” brother Shawn in the care of my brothers Ron, Jeff and myself.

A River Called Regret

Two o’clock is my favorite appointment time. It’s after lunch, but before The Waltons comes on. Fridays are best. I like the slower pace of Saturdays, too, but sometimes you have to wait for what seems like hours just to get someone to come to the door. There are questions, so many questions.

Ask Aunt B

Dear Aunt B, I work in the corporate world. I have worked from home since all this mess has started. I am now having to return to the office. Where I thought I missed the office and all that it brought with it, I am now really dreading all the drama that comes with work inside the ivory towers.

Laymen’s Corner

THE SOURCE OF LIFE In reading and studying the Holy Bible we get quite a bit of information about the creation. I don’t believe GOD objects to us learning all we can about that subject. In Ecclesiasts 12: 7 we find the information about what happens to the physical bodies when they die.

Why Did God Create Babies?

“God created babies to entertain people,” says Jacob, age unknown. “They entertain by looking cute and talking baby talk. For some reason, people find it entertaining. Personally, I think it is silly.” Jacob, just wait until you and your wife have your first baby.

Forney ISD’s Opportunity Central Opening in 2023

On Tuesday, Sept. 21, the District presented a site plan to the Forney City Council for “The OC” set to open in 2023.

Mesquite Animal Services Rescues 111 Dogs Surrendered From One Location

The City of Mesquite’s Animal Service Division rescued 111 dogs from a single residential location on September 23, and all were made available for immediate rescue to animal rescue partners.

Prepare Yourself Financially For Illness … Just in Case

All of us hope to live long, healthy lives, so we do what we can to take care of ourselves through proper diet, exercise and avoiding unhealthy activities.

FALL IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER

How about the cooler mornings we’ve been enjoying the past week or so? Each year I look forward to mid September when I know we have those sweltering summer days officially whipped. Oh, the heat is not over. Those of us that have spent a lifetime in Texas know that.