The approach of January 2008; be it A.D. or C.E.
      In the early morning hours of next Tuesday as we open the new year will you be celebrating the beginning of 2008 A.D. or 2008 C.E.? As for my house, we will ring in 2008 A.D. But some will ask what do I mean by A.D. or C.E.?
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Pokin' Fun
Observing a lot, just by watching
'Doc' Blakely
      Conversations are the backbone of this column. People are always telling me stories in such a casual way that I almost feel like I am eavesdropping. Or as Yogi Berra once said, "You can observe a lot just by watching." Recently a friend got glassy eyed and started reminiscing about his childhoo...
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Just a Thought
'Christmas at the gas station' shows true meaning of holiday
By MICHAEL HOLCOMB
      Editor's note: This column first appeared in the East Bernard Express Friends, I am not the author of this story nor do I know who is, however I found it to be too good not to share with you. May your Christmas be blessed with the presence of Christ!
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