While doing my doctoral research, I spent many days tromping around in the middle of a pine forest in Mississippi.  The pine trees were planted in rows, some with really thick plants underneath that you couldn’t see more than a few feet in front of you at a time, and some open and vibrant with […]

I have a hard time understanding why we have only one day of Thanksgiving in America! God has blessed us beyond measure, and it seems that every day is a day to celebrate brothers or brothers-in-laws, sisters or sisters-in-law, mothers or mothers-in-law, even cousins. It is often dog and/or cat appreciation day. BUT, we set […]

I have a special perspective on the phrase: “Blood is thicker than water,” a saying who’s origins can be traced all the way back to 12th century Germany, because although I did and do have blood relatives out there, most of them I have not seen since 1996 after my mother’s death. Going into the […]

In the annals of the history of Calhoun County and the rest of the Gulf Coast, dredging has been an integral part of the economic development of the region. In the field of dredging, the name King Fisher stands out for his impact on that industry through the company he founded. King Fisher Marine Service, […]

One of the best sensations on earth is the first crisp breeze of fall hitting your face. While I’m not sure when we Texans will experience that this year, the Fall Equinox is upon us nonetheless. One of my favorite aspects of fall is watching animals behave in ways unique to the season. Like in […]