My son read my last set of ramblings about my dad and sent me a note saying that he knew it was going to be about “Grandpa Poncho” as soon as he read the title. He then went on to say he thought it was going to be about his grandpa’s attempt at fixing a heater. I know I picked on … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2017
This week’s Auchtoon: Flint, we won’t forget
Toon and text by John Auchter After three years of the Flint water crisis, fatigue may have set in — first and foremost, for the citizens of Flint who have had to live with the daily grind and persistent worries. But also for Michiganders living outside and looking in. The … [Read more...]
Come Heller high water … the April 26th edition
Come Heller high water… Some NFL draft experts – including Mel Kiper Jr. - have the Lions picking controversial running back Joe Mixon in the second round. If they do, I am done with this team and shall semi-root for them no more. (I actually and wholeheartedly root for the … [Read more...]
Surveyin’ da Situation: Yooper dads are never down in the dumps
By John Matonich A friend of mine posts trail reports on his website and has for years. I usually read his posts daily because I believe he has very good information on the condition of the trails (especially in the winter) and always has a pretty good joke at the end of his … [Read more...]
This just in: Stressful things could be stressing you out
A new study by the American Psychological Association says constantly checking your email, Facebook and Twitter can be hazardous to your mental health. As my back home pal Moon Dimple would probably say, “Well, duh. Next they’ll tell us eating lard straight from the can is bad … [Read more...]
