Have we forgotten that there is a bright side to life? I don’t need to remind you winter is on its way. How many times have you heard people moan and groan when you mention old man winter? I must confess that I am guilty.
When I was a child, there were times when I was guilty of complaining about something. My Mother would say to me, “George, be thankful for what you have.” I was always thankful for what I had, however, sometimes I would forget to count my blessings. How easy it is to forget that “Every good [...]
It was about a year ago that God laid it upon my heart to give each member of my family one of my Bibles that I used over the years of my ministry. Some of the Bibles were pretty well worn, however, the Holy Word of God in them never changed.
How Old Are You? Did you ever wonder why we always ask the question, “How old are you?” I guess it is because we never grow younger, we always grow older. I remember well the days when I was a young man and my grandfather would remind me that I was not dry behind the [...]
It is always a real source of encouragement to be around a person who makes a positive difference in your life. These kinds of people have a special way of making your day better and brighter.
It seems harvest time came very quickly this year. It was by all means a very unusual summer. Just about the time you made plans to either plant or harvest, we had to deal with rain.
Are we forgetting to express our appreciation to each other in this new day of self service and automation?
I cannot believe how quickly the summer of 2011 passed by. It seems like just a few weeks ago that we planted our garden, and now it is all gone and cleaned up for another year.
I arose early this morning, plugged in the coffee pot, turned on the morning news, poured a cup of coffee and then I realized just how fortunate I really am. The newsman was quite discouraging, as he reported the many losses due to the storms and flood damage along the East Coast. He then reported [...]
With all that is taking place in our world today sometimes it is not always easy to cheer up. About the time you think things are going well suddenly out of nowhere the bottom falls out.
Imagine if you had to write down on a piece of paper all the many things in your life that you have learned. Where would you begin? I think it would be impossible to remember everything we have learned to this point in our lives, no matter what our age might be.
There is nothing more exciting than to have a new life born into your family. That is just what took place in our lives Aug. 10, 2011, at about 6:15 a.m. My wife and I became great-grandparents for the first time.
Harden not your heart, as in the provocation, and as in the day of temptation in the wilderness” Psalm 95:8. The prophet Jeremiah brings to our attention that God is like the potter and the people are much like clay. We find this in Jeremiah 18:16. We are clay in the potter’s hands. He can [...]
Time is getting shorter Do you recall the days when you were a child and Christmas was just around the corner? The closer it was the more you began to count the days and soon the hours. Finally you woke up on Christmas morning and it was here. It was not long and the excitement [...]
About two years ago I finally decided to sell my 1946 John Deere A tractor. I had the tractor for several years and during that time I learned much about John Deere tractors.
WINTER IS OVER I hope I am not saying the wrong thing when I say, “winter is over.” Every year about this time I write about the past winter and I was going to write about it a few weeks ago. However, I had second thoughts because of the weather we have been having and [...]
It is amazing how many people I talk to along the way of life that are looking for “peace.” About the time we think things are getting better, we tune in to the daily news and find out differently. All the things that are going on around our world seem to be filled with bad news.
A SURE CURE There are many things through out life that change with the passing of time. The other day I was watching a television program about trucks and automobiles. I was amazed just how much trucks and cars have changed since their invention. The body style, along with the horsepower, has made a complete [...]
I CARE There is no question about it. There are still many people in many places who still care about others. I have heard it said by some “no one cares about me.” That is really by no means a true statement. No matter who you are, someone cares about you. You may feel differently [...]
A few weeks ago our two youngest grandchildren, Kaitlin and Titus, stayed overnight at our house. Needless to say it was an exciting evening. As they entered the door they brought their school backpacks along with a few bags and overnight bags. It appeared they brought enough clothing and books to make it through the [...]
Toll-Free 800-837-3419
Local 330-337-3419
Farm and Agriculture News, Local Market Prices and Crop Reports, Columns and Commentary.
Hundreds of Auction Advertisements for Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Featuring Specialty Antique Auctions, Stores and Shows
Hundreds of Classifieds, Autos & Real Estate Listings
