by John D. Pierce | Jan 1, 2011 | Opinion
By John Pierce After more than week of overly abundant holiday meals strung together by an endless parade of Christmas goodies, I’m ready for a return to better (as in better-for-me) eating. I’m not worried about missing out on good-luck food on the first day of the...
by John D. Pierce | Dec 25, 2010 | Opinion
By John Pierce My friend and mentor Bill Neal had a good response to critics who asked why he included “negative stuff” in the newspaper he edited: “Have you read the Bible lately?” Indeed, neither ancient times nor ours are marked by only...
by John D. Pierce | Dec 23, 2010 | Opinion
By John Pierce Christmas is comforting in many ways: family, friends and familiar traditions. There is even a feeling of warmth in the main attraction: an innocent baby born long ago. Yet it is that child who grew to say some of the most challenging words one could...
by John D. Pierce | Dec 21, 2010 | Opinion
By John Pierce During this time that brings so much joy to so many, it is important to remember that there are those for whom all is not merry and bright. Suffering in many forms does not take a holiday — or even a holy day. The Christmas story is rooted in an event...
by John D. Pierce | Dec 17, 2010 | Opinion
By John Pierce A few years ago I pulled over my car and shot this photo — somewhere in West Central Georgia, I believe. Perhaps the signs help explain the concept of “general” stores. Being more of a generalist than a specialist has come in handy for me as an editor....
