A rare sight today, the burn barrel By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net We had one. It stood on bricks near a tangled thicket of fragrant honeysuckle. I remember its strangely pleasant smell of burning paper, melting plastic, and blazing trash. I still hear the pop of exploding aerosols. TheContinue Reading

By Mike DuBose In 2026, artificial intelligence (AI) seems to be everywhere, built into countless products and all over the media. How does it work, and what will it mean for us, our children, and grandchildren? The technology is advancing at lightning speed. Are we witnessing another Industrial Revolution? WhenContinue Reading

By Robin All Timing is the final step in achieving consistent contact, direction and distance in your golf swing. Look closely at the photo. The wrists have not quite released, and the club is approaching impact on the downswing. The hands are reasonably square to the clubface, suggesting a straightContinue Reading

By Wade Thompson With our situation of the shortage of manpower, we had learned to wear multiple hats on short notice. I went from being noticed for being appointed to drive a two-star General around to having to stand listening post as security for our compound. This memory illustrates myContinue Reading

Understanding the connection between hunger, emotions and food choices As cooler weather settles in, many people find themselves reaching for comfort foods such as warm soup, homemade bread, pasta or something sweet after dinner. But why do we crave certain foods, sometimes even when we’re not hungry? Food cravings aren’tContinue Reading

Eating for Healing: Why Do We Crave Certain Foods? Understanding the connection between hunger, emotions and food choices As cooler weather settles in, many people find themselves reaching for comfort foods such as warm soup, homemade bread, pasta or something sweet after dinner. But why do we crave certain foods,Continue Reading

By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net When it’s spring and the rocky shoals spider lilies bloom, spring’s my favorite season. When mornings of chilled air and radiant leaves arrive, fall’s my favorite season. When I think of autumn memories, first on my list are my days standing by the AugustaContinue Reading

Turning a minor disappointment into a measurable victory By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Stupidity, defiance, or calculated risk: Probably a bit of all three. Yesterday morning I had routine blood labs done. Everything looked good – Praise God – though my hemoglobin levels (the culprit in my 2024 stroke) wereContinue Reading

By Mike DuBose What if the next major change in your life begins with questions you type into a computer? Suppose that same technology helps you solve everyday issues, yet forces your children or grandchildren to re-think their careers and education. The possibilities are exciting, while others are downright scary!Continue Reading