Ann Cipperly
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Ann Cipperly is an award winning journalist whose career includes being a lifestyle and food editor, feature writer, columnist and photographer for newspapers and magazines
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BY WALT ALBRITTON My friends tell me they admire how strong I have been since the death of my son, Mark, on Jan. 15. I thank them for their kind words. But the truth is, I am not always strong; there are weak moments when sorrow descends upon me...
With her dining table set for offering hospitality, Wynne Wages of Auburn is ready to welcome friends into her home. She has a love of cooking and creating wonderful memories around the table with her family and friends. Wynne is sharing family...
BY WALT ALBRITTON OPINION — The author and philosopher, Elton Trueblood, got my attention when he said that Mark 10:45 is the most revolutionary verse in the New Testament. Look at again with that comment in mind: For even the Son of Man did not...
OPINION — In 2022 I ceased being an octogenarian and became a nonagenarian. And now, at age 92, I can testify that many memories for nonagenarians remain precious. I delight in looking back and giving thanks for many unforgettable friends I have...
BY ANN CIPPERLY Thirteen years ago, I featured Carol Pridgen as she was preparing Valentine treats for her 5-year-old son, Cade, and older son, Trace. While Cade is still helping his mother bake, Carol is now baking Valentine treats with her...
BY WALT ALBRITTON OPINION — When Jesus was walking through Jericho, he attracted a large crowd. In the crowd was a man named Zacchaeus who was short of statue, so short he could not see Jesus over the crowd. Determined to see Jesus, he ran ahead of...
BY ANN CIPPERLY During cold winter days, hearty pasta dishes provide warm, comforting meals that everyone in the family will enjoy. With a big pot of pasta sauce simmering on the stove top, the tantalizing aromas drift throughout the house. Place a...
By Walt Albritton OPINION — Sherrill Morrison never preached a sermon in his church. A humble truck driver, he was not a prominent, influential leader in his church. However, Sunday after Sunday he stood in the sanctuary welcoming people to church....
Watch out for the rattlesnakes OPINION — Most people will agree with the Bible’s teaching that God is love. And almost everyone would agree that God uses a multitude of ways to inspire his children to walk like He wants them to walk. But here’s a...
22nd Annual Taste of Chocolate is Jan. 28 BY ANN CIPPERLY | THE OBSERVER Chocolate is one of the most popular favors in the world, and every chocolate fan can choose from a wide variety at the 22nd annual Taste of Chocolate, Tuesday, Jan. 28 from...
Life changing words OPINION — The television commercial said that 50 million Americans have hearing loss. I did a fact check. Turns out the number is more like 30 million. The commercial was probably produced by a hearing aid company.Whatever the...
During the Last Supper, according to John’s gospel, Jesus shared with his disciples the spiritual blessings they would receive after his crucifixion and resurrection (chapters 14-17). They would be blessed with the certainty that Jesus was in the...
Warm up in January with hearty soup recipes BY ANN CIPPERLY | FOR THE OBSERVER After so many rich foods over the holidays, comforting bowls of soup are a welcome change on chilly January days. While soup is on the menu throughout the year, January...
You can make a new beginning The calendar – what a marvelous idea! One year ends. A new year begins. I love it!It offers us the opportunity to do two healthy things: let go of the past and make a new beginning.How do you let go of the past? You...
Recalling joy in the Cumberland Mountains OPINION — Living a life filled with love must begin in the home with the family. A preacher cannot share authentic love with others if his family views him as a “street angel and a house devil.”...
Litkenhous family shares traditions, recipes for Christmas BY ANN CIPPERLY FOR THE OBSERVER Wreaths hung with red ribbons and flickering gas lanterns flanking the entrance provide a warm Christmas welcome at the home of Susie and Dr. Brad...
The challenge of the unexpected OPINIONGenealogy mattered to Matthew. So he began his gospel by tracing Jesus’ ancestors from Abraham to Joseph, thus proving Jesus Christ to be both the Son of David and the Son of Abraham. As the son of Abraham, he...
Staff, writers, photographers offer favorite holiday recipes BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER As Christmas approaches, Observer columnists are finishing up their holiday articles, and photographers are working on one more special shot as the full...
A man I wish I had known If I were to name ten people I wish I had known, Carl Sandburg’s name would be on my list. I would love to have sat on the porch of his Blue Ridge Mountain home and talked to him about his life and his poetry.Years ago Dean...
Local educator enjoys hobby of baking cakes during the holidays After a career in K12 education spanning 17 years including Opelika, Dr. Jason Bryant became director of the Truman Pierce Institute in 2020 and is a clinical professor in Educational...
