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“Hey, Buddy, what do you say?” My heart smiles every time I hear this or a similar phrase from a parent who is teaching his or her child good manners. My siblings and I may have been young enough …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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1/3/24
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During his life, my old friend Rod Nichols wrote many poems for my radio show. Though Rody passed a few years ago, his poetry remains. He has a favorite haunt that he loved to write about. This is …
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By Jim Thompson
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1/3/24
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A warm bowl of soup is a classic comfort food, especially when the weather turns colder or if one has a cold. The strong association between soup and comfort hasn’t been lost on researchers. …
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By Amy Halverson
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1/3/24
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Any time I think of New Years, I can’t help but think of New Year’s resolutions. You probably have some on your mind right now. Most resolutions I hear tend to lean toward a bettering of self: …
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By Pastor Robbie McClelland, Arlington Baptist Church
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1/3/24
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A seizure can b e most frightening for a family member, friend or anyone to witness. However, for some people with epilepsy, seizures may be fairly common and not unexpected. Roughly one in 10 people …
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By Andrew Ellsworth, MD
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1/3/24
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During the holiday season, we are surrounded by many gifts. I’m sure we can all remember growing up and not being able to sleep the night before Christmas. The anticipation and the excitement for …
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By Kristi Noem
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12/27/23
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At last, they had made it! The three brushed the layer of dust from their fine robes and opened their travel bags. Caspar removed a shiny piece of gold. Melchior found the bundle of frankincense. …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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12/27/23
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As they say in Ireland, "a happy Christmas to all" or phonetically in Gaelic, "Noleg Shona" ’Twas the week after Christmas and all through the house, Nothing would fit me, not even a blouse. The …
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By Jim Thompson
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12/27/23
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I hope everyone was able to enjoy the holidays despite the last-minute snow. We traveled before the snow hit and then stayed around home and enjoyed a white Christmas. We had Christmas at my mom’s …
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By Amy Halverson
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12/27/23
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Christmas time is a time for giving. It is a joy to give as well as a joy to receive. If we are honest, some gifts “hit the spot” more than others. Some keep our attention longer. Some we hold …
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By Pastor Mike Gunnon, De Smet Alliance Church
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12/27/23
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“How much longer ‘til Christmas?” Mom likely grew tired of my incessant question; it seemed to me like Christmas would NEVER come! “It’s only two weeks away,” she replied patiently, then …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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12/20/23
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What comes to mind when you think of the word “joy?” Maybe it is time with family or friends. Maybe it is time spent with your spouse or children. Maybe there is a certain hobby or pastime that …
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By Pastor Mike Gunnon, De Smet Alliance Church
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12/20/23
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Christmas will soon be upon us. I pray that you will be around family and friends for the occasion. Here's a Christmas poem from cowboy poet friend Bob Peterman from Montana. It’d been a long cold …
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By Jim Thompson
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12/20/23
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Myths are just stories we tell ourselves and others to make sense of the world around us. They convey beliefs or values and attempt to tell truths. In their effort to tell the truth, myths may …
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By Jill Kruse, D.O.
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12/20/23
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I stomped the snow off my boots and opened the door to the kitchen. “Mom, I got the mail. Looks like we got nine Christmas cards!” Mom’s face lit with a smile as she took the bundle from me. …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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12/13/23
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I love Christmas. It is the time we spend with our loved ones, enjoying good food and fellowship and the joy that comes from giving and receiving gifts. As I write this, Christmas is just a few weeks …
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By Pastor Mike Gunnon, De Smet Alliance Church
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12/13/23
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Christmas came early for me this year. My husband Josh told me I could get a cute little French Bulldog puppy I pointed out to him on Facebook, and before he could change his mind, I was planning to …
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By Amy Halverson
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12/13/23
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Rod Nichols has been gone for a few years now, but his poetry remains with me forever, and as a result, for you as readers. Here's another journey into the holiday season. A christmas journey The …
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By Jim Thompson
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12/13/23
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Our mom used the seven elements of design in her decorating scheme - Deloris, Donald, Darlene, Dorothy, Delmer, DeAnn and a mother’s love. In our farm home, special art was positioned with care …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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12/6/23
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My friend Jim Whiting sent me this last week, and although it isn't really Christmassy, it's too good to not pass on this season. A simple encouragement. Enjoy Life to the Fullest We grew up in the …
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By Jim Thompson
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12/6/23
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