Commentary

Speaking Kurtly

Every year at this time, as I watch the beginning of March Madness, I struggle with the marathon vs. sprint question.
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Speaking Kurtly

Beginning in 1982 with a resolution in the U.S Congress, we have honored the amazing achievements of women throughout the building of our nation.
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Herald of Spring

The day before our latest storm was set to wallop us, I walked the dog. I expected it to be a relatively mild day, as it often is just before a major storm.
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The symbol of a flag

The story of Old Glory starts in Salem, Massachusetts in the year 1824 with a 21-year-old boy named William Driver.
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Stewardship of the earth

How we treat Creation will dictate the quality of life for countless human beings, now and in the future. So, the first reason for environmental concern is simple enlightened self-interest.
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Second marriages and estate planning

The best way to ensure that one’s assets are available for a surviving spouse but ultimately distributed to one’s children from a prior marriage is through the use of a trust.
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Growth and changes

While many people struggle with change, I choose to look at it as an opportunity to move forward, to improve and grow.
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A coach’s appreciation

It would have been really easy to quit and just not go knowing we were out of the running for overall (the big trophy), but my team and us coaches wanted to leave it all on the mat!  
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