“I wear slippers all the time (Cold feet, Nov. 18, 2025). I don’t think my delivery drivers would recognize me without them. One time I had big ‘dog’ slippers and even put up my Christmas lights (in the snow). Can’t live without them. Good column. Love reading what you write. Have a happy Thanksgiving.” – Kris Laidley 

“I can really relate to your Nov. 14 column (We will let Jesus dry those, Nov. 14, 2025). My sister (three years younger) and I shared dish drying at home; me morning and she at night. She had the larger task, but we both used the time to learn our spelling words while Mom washed, and we dried. Both of us got A’s.” – Mike Simpson

Shane, I read your column every time I get your email/paper (A lousy hugger?, Oct. 31, 2025). I think your column is great. I am a little older than you but can relate to every story that comes from your childhood/life! Even though I may never meet you, here’s a HUG! LOL. – Jeanne

“Shane, as I read your column on flies (Friday, Oct. 17, 2025) with nearly two dozen of them on the inside of the screen in my home office, this old saying kept running through my mind: “God made the fly — and forgot to tell us why.” – Becky Simpson

“Shane, your columns most always bring something to mind (A man and his wallet, Sept. 19, 2025). I wasn’t a follower of ‘Seinfeld’ before, but I have watched some lately on late night boredom. The matching receipts to monthly statements, I believe, is a rarity these days. Those of us with business backgrounds and accountability are used to it for expense accounts and good business practices. I still do it today. Maybe your next survey should be of what percent of your readers do this practice. My guess would be less than one in three.” – Mike Simpson

“Shane, congratulations on your Distinguished Service Award (Goodman honored with ACP Distinguished Service Award, Sept. 16, 2025). Very well deserved! We’re so lucky to have you and Jolene as members of our community.” – Chris Arganbright.