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Getting in harmony with my surroundings

I was introduced to the principles of Feng Shui a few decades ago, and I have read numerous books and articles on it since. Not familiar with Feng Shui? Simply put, it is a Chinese belief in an energy force called chi that flows and has both positive and negative...

Pass me the goop

My wife recently told me that my head is “remarkably tan.” That might have been a compliment, but I’m not sure. My arms are tan, too, at least from the elbows down. The rest of my body is milky white, mostly unexposed to the sun for a few decades.  It wasn’t always...

Panora Garden Club holds Lake Panorama Boat Tour

By Shane Goodman | Times Vedette  The Panora Garden Club held its annual Lake Panorama Boat Tour on Wednesday, June 18 shortly after rainstorms hit the area. As the clouds departed, the weather cooperated for a beautiful evening tour on the lake.  A total of 13...

Otzi the Iceman and shoelaces

I have written several columns through the years about my being late to the game in learning how to tie my shoes. To avoid the embarrassment, I wore cowboy boots to kindergarten. I know how to tie my shoes now, but I prefer to continue to avoid the process. I no...