Life in Pagosa has a special charm. It has beauty and plenty of sunshine. People can seek their purpose in Pagosa Springs, or they can retire the purpose of a lifetime…
Category: Essays/Poetry
EDITORIAL: Independence Day, Part Three
The settlement leader William Bradford was already aware of the death toll from “Indean fever.” His scouts had ventured inland and noted “sculs and bones were found in many places lying still above ground…”
EDITORIAL: Independence Day, Part Two
“First the question shall be passed upon by the Mohawk and Seneca Chiefs, then it shall be discussed and passed by the Oneida and Cayuga Chiefs…”
PHOTO ESSAY: GOAL Academy Celebrates
Many of the graduates have graduated with college credit, earning a Work Keys certificate and have plans to go into higher education or the workforce this fall…
ESSAY: Remembering and Reclaiming Juneteenth
And for others, it is simply a moment of joy, a celebration of life and survival, a chance to enjoy one another…
ESSAY: Considering Dietrich Bonhoeffer
“We literally have no time to sit down and ask ourselves whether so-and-so is our neighbor or not. We must get into action and obey – we must behave like a neighbor to him…”
HMPRESENTLY: Living in Strange Times
When you’re sheltering in place, flying fingers and — other things — seem more fascinating than usual…
PHOTO ESSAY: Pagosa Baptist Church, During the Pandemic
For several weeks faithful parishioners arrived on Sunday at 10:30am sat in their cars with the radio tuned to 107.9. They came to sing hymns of praise, learn God’s word and hear The Gospel…
PHOTO ESSAY: Memorial Day at Hilltop Cemetery
The quiet sunny morning had the fragrance of blossoms in the air. Gravesites were adorned with flowers and American Flags…
DEVIL MOUNTAIN CHRONICLES: Running Through the Woods
But then, a ghostly figure appeared out of the darkness – heading our way. It was a female in long flowing clothes with a flashlight, braving the cold night air…
OPINION: The Virus Among Us
A possible economic opportunity in this situation is that businesses, cities, and states that achieve reliable testing would be demonstrably safe and then prosper as medical/tourist destinations…
ESSAY: The ‘Healthier Colorado’ Survey
“What worries me the most is my finances. I lost my job directly because of the virus. I was working at a staffing agency, and they stopped using the service…”
DEVIL MOUNTAIN CHRONICLES: Connections, Part Six
“I felt sad, angry, and frustrated by the actions of some people toward the healthcare workers. In their daily jobs, the nurses, doctors, and technicians are risking their own lives…”
DEVIL MOUNTAIN CHRONICLES: Connections, Part Five
“Fortunately we are seeing heroes step forward. In the health care facilities, in the food supply chain, and everyone who takes this threat seriously are all putting the safety of the community as a priority…”
DEVIL MOUNTAIN CHRONICLES: Connections, Part Four
Rob and his beautiful wife, Kathy have settled down in the charming town of Hendersonville, NC ‒ population 14,107…
DEVIL MOUNTAIN CHRONICLES: Connections, Part Three
“Here we are safe at home, but surrounded by a mine field. Every now and then someone has to navigate that mine field to get provisions….”
DEVIL MOUNTAIN CHRONICLES: Connections, Part Two
“Brazil is the country in South America with the biggest number of COVID-19 cases. We are in quarantine and the use of masks is mandatory…”
DEVIL MOUNTAIN CHRONICLES: Connections, Part One
“My wife Beverly and I are locked down in a retirement village in Ohio. With a population of 550 residents and over 500 workers… we are vulnerable…”
ESSAY: Our Immune System is Our Shield
It all comes down to the fact that it is our responsibility to learn on our own, how to live a healthy lifestyle that will reject flu, infections, many diseases, digestive problems, and mental imbalances….