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Give your mother your greatest gift — time
How will you honor your mother on Mother’s Day? The second Sunday in May brings families together to pay tribute to mothers by: attending church, going out to eat, giving flowers, gifts, and creative cards that will melt mothers’ hearts. Card designers and writers have outdone themselves this year. Mother’s Day cards are plentiful, waiting to be plucked from the racks at giant retailers, drug stores, country stores, gas stations, even on li...
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The changelss Christ in a changing world
The writer of the book of Hebrews said, “Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever” (Heb. 13:8). It is a fact that we live in an ever changing world. It has been said that there are only two things that are sure; we must pay taxes and we must die. This has been shown to be wrong, for there are many who pay no taxes at all. Multitudes of the changes that have occurred, we have welcomed and could hardly live without them, for we...
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Do you really trust in the Lord?
Have you ever been through a situation and didn’t know what to do? Has it seemed like lately you have faced some of the most challenging trails while on this journey with Jesus? Could it be that you are at your breaking point, and if God does not speak, you could lose it? Proverb 3:5,6 says “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him and he shall direct thy paths.” Wh...
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Members are what makes Chamber strong
Often many of us, including myself, get so caught up in the here, now, and future that we don’t take time to reflect on our history. The history that helped mold us into who we are today. As we reflect, not only do we need to uncover major positive and negative events and developments within our organizations but we also need to reflect on how leaders responded to past challenges, trends, and events. While the Chamber was formed in 1947, th...
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Kandid Katie
Next Monday, I will get to add another candle to my cake. It will now have 33 candles, and I have to tell you, with everything I have been through, May 6 is an even more special day for me this year. Now with my new kidney, I feel an even greater desire to go out and really celebrate. If I were to be truthful, I have felt this way about my birthday since I was diagnosed with kidney disease. There is added value in my days, since I have a mo...
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Brown’s Chapel celebrating choir anniversary Sunday
The Senior Choir of the Brown’s Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, H.B. Lewis Road, Clinton, will celebrate their choir anniversary Sunday, May 5 at 3 p.m. Several singing groups will participate on the program. The special guests will be the Voices of God, the Untouchables of Fayetteville, Littlefield Gospel Choir of Newton Grove, Renewed Singers of Clinton, soloist Franklin Patterson and Mrs. Hilda Black, both of Clinton, Holly Grove and man...
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An update on Avian influenza (H7N9)
I am sure most of you have heard about the H7N9 strain of avian influenza outbreak in China. As of April 16, 2013, there were 63 cases of humans contracting the disease resulting in 14 deaths. I hope the following information will calm your concerns. Avian influenza is a disease of wild birds and domestic poultry caused by many different subtypes of Type A influenza virus. The natural reservoir for Type A influenza viruses is wild water bir...
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Pesticides will help control lawn, pest problems
Question: What chemical should I use to control my lawn and garden pest problems? Answer: Many types of pesticides are available for use including insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, miticides, and nematicides. Using pesticides in a safe manner involves a combination of knowledge, common sense, and following label directions. When pesticides are used incorrectly there is the potential of poisoning occurring to the gardener, family members...
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Eye drops for cataracts
There are many ads on TV, radio and in magazines and newspapers touting the ability of this drop or that pill to cure you of cataracts. Unfortunately, to date there has been no documented evidence that they really work. Many so-called natural cures are on the market today claiming to be an effective treatment for various diseases. Some of these have limited use in modern medicine but most are variations of home remedies that have been handed ...
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Was it really a victory?
The politicians say we won. The talking heads in the media say we won. But did we? I know that sounds great and it makes us feel good, but I’m not too sure. Yes, I know that one of the alleged (remember, always say alleged) criminals in the Boston Marathon bombing is dead and the other has been caught. I know the police and law enforcement did a great job in apprehending them. Of course, the Tsarnaev brothers didn’t appear to be the sharpes...
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Next few weeks busy at Senior Center
Well, I hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful weather!! No complaints about it here. I hope everyone is doing well. Things have been hectic but hopefully I can get back on track with my article. We have some important dates for everyone. Remember, you are all invited to attend any of them if you can; you will always be welcomed with open arms. On Monday, April 29, Sampson Community College nursing students will be here performing healt...
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I’m almost 65 — how should I prepare for Medicare?
Turning 65 is a lot like turning 16. When you turned 16, you didn’t automatically get your driver’s license; instead you had to take an exam and prove that you were a safe driver. There was a specific order and procedure for getting your driver’s license, and the same is true for enrolling in Medicare for the first time when you turn 65. Much like you anticipated turning 16 and getting your driver’s license, you must anticipate and plan for...
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The shepherd’s psalm
With the exception of what is commonly called “The Lord’s Prayer”, there is probably not another passage of scripture as well known and as often memorized as the twenty-third psalm. Though many of the psalms portray war and struggle, the twenty-third psalm portrays absolute peace and tranquility of heart and soul. One can almost picture David, the young shepherd boy, sitting quietly in the evening while the flock is contented and safe in his ...
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Honoring and keeping promises to God
Are you a promise keeper? Making promises can be mere talk for those who never plan on keeping them but very serious for those who strive to keep each promise made. We all know folks who promise things and never follow through. Then, there are those precious people who keep their word and their promises through thick or thin. How would others rate you or me on being promise keepers? More importantly, do we honor and keep promises we make to G...
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Kandid Katie
I have been trying for the longest time to write about my friend Blanca, but up until now, I’ve not found the words. I want to say something poetic, something meaningful and important about this person who has become a very dear part of our family. However, while I have had the best of intentions, for some reason, the words just don’t come that easily. For those who do not know Blanca, she works for my mom and dad performing a number of tas...
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