It’s no secret. Prison inmates have a tough time staying out of prison after they have been released. Estimates vary but one, accepted by many, says about three out of four commit another crime or break parole and end up behind bars again. They call this “recidivism.” Why do they do this? Hector Lozano with […]
My neighbor’s son died the other day
February 13, 2010 By
By Steve Straessle My neighbor’s son died the other day. He was a beautiful kid only 21 years into this world. Police and ambulance sirens blared as they raced up our street in an effort to revive him, but the sirens served only as an alarm that a life had been extinguished much too soon. […]
Faith keeps family together after tragedy
February 13, 2010 By
My husband and I are actively involved in several ministries in our church, and we were absorbed in planning for Christmas events including planning meals, making all kinds of lists and cleaning and decorating our house. In the midst of these thoughts the phone rang. When I answered, an unfamiliar male voice said, “Is […]
Avoiding Heartache
February 13, 2010 By
If you are pregnant don’t drink. If you are drinking don’t get pregnant By Cynthia Crone Don’t drink if you are pregnant or may become pregnant. Period. It sounds harsh, doesn’t it? It may to some, but not to those who are paying the price. Like this family. Ginny’s mother and father are having marital […]
Over 60? Maybe it’s time to skip the drink.
February 13, 2010 By
When you get to be over 60, it’s probably best to skip the cocktails and other alcoholic beverages. To some this may sound grim, but embrace it, says Dr. David Lipschitz. The benefits can be huge. Dr. Lipschitz, director of the Longevity Center at St. Vincents Hospital in Little Rock and a noted author and […]
