A special person forever in our hearts
What can I tell you about Cynthia Louise Ruggieri? First of all, I can tell you that she was a rare, precious gift who happened to be the sister of my best friend, Christine Ruggieri. Chris and I met by chance at work about four years ago. It seems like yesterday — and it seems like forever ago. But then, I guess that’s how it is with someone destined to be such a huge part of your life. I knew instantly that Chris was going to be a lifetime friend; I knew that I was fortunate beyond words to have stumbled upon a new family member. Before long, Chris introduced me to her wonderful parents Jean and Jerry — and to her special, sweet, dear sister. This Warren family was like no other I’d ever encountered. You see, Cynthia had extraordinary physical challenges, having been born a surviving twin who faced certain limits.
» Full StoryFour special dads to honor on this Father’s Day
Ah, Father’s Day. That special time of year we set aside to give it up for Dad and all he does and means.
You know, as I sat down to write this, I pondered my dear old Dad — emphasis on dear, not the other.
My Pop.
Finally warming up to summer
I realize that summer is almost officially here and that I, like all other Ohioans, should be on my knees thanking the good Lord that the chance of snow is only about 14 percent for the next few month.
» Full StoryGuess what??Sports stars are human, too
OK, so LeBron James didn’t shake the collective hand of the Orlando Magic during the last game of the NBA Eastern Conference Semi-Finals.
» Full StorySome thoughts on our armed forces
I know that most of us officially celebrated Memorial Day last Monday. I, too, enjoyed the cookout and the red, white and blue cookies, et al.
But I also know that this weekend is the real commemoration of Memorial Day.
When the government asks, I answer
OK, so apparently, I am a small business owner.
Seriously, that’s what Big Brother thinks.
This past week, I received an imposing-looking mailer from the U.S.
Mesopotamia Ox Roast
Scrapper V. Cutters NYPL BBALL
Ohio Chautauqua/ Bethune
Thursday Junior Fair_TC Fair
Newton Falls 90-year reunion
Tractor parade
Blessed Sacrament School
Thanking officer Doug Hipple
