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Tumblebugs, other scarab beetles abound

by | Sep 6, 2013 | Column

“Bob, I was walking from my house and saw a ball rolling across the road. There was a green beetle pushing it. Do you have any idea what I was seeing?” This was a call from a friend who lives north of Loachapoka. He’s a good bit younger than I and grew up in...

Life lessons from the drive-thru window

by | Sep 6, 2013 | Column

A few years ago, I was inadvertently introduced to a series of sentence fragments that would forever alter the course of my life. I was going through the drive-thru at the Burger King in Opelika with my friend Bobby, eagerly awaiting our order of fries and...

Childhood memories

by | Sep 5, 2013 | Column

I passed by Aunt Lessie’s house, now lovingly restored, and immediately started remembering the wonderful childhood days spent around and in it. One of my very first memories is that of playing in the sandy area of the driveway under two big oak trees. It was...

Dog shows: more than just doggie beauty pageants

by | Sep 5, 2013 | Column

Last week I was asked, “What is a dog show, anyway?  Is it just like a beauty pageant for dogs?” As I pondered the question, I realized the answer is yes … and no. For the casual exhibitor, a dog show is a place to show off what is often their prized pet. It’s...