The Art of Throwing Outby John Mooy There is much talk about all we accumulate as time goes by. I will use our cottage as an example. It’s the area where my wife and I share a building that we can both work in. There are two sides of the … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
By the Numbersby John Mooy I was driving to Hope College the other day on I-96. I noticed the speed limit was posted at 70 miles per hour. I checked the time, and it was 7:15 a.m. The gas gauge told me I had 3/4 of a tank of gas and I … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
Number 42by John Mooy When my wife sees this column, she is going to first say to me, “how do you remember all of that,” followed by, “who else but you would be interested?” And my answer to this often, “the information is from my … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
All That Water by John Mooy I continue to be amazed at what thoughts surface in my mind for no apparent reason. Perhaps these thoughts were most recently initiated by my receipt of first images via email followed by the photos they … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
Mr. Joe Habasby John Mooy In case you don’t recognize the name, it’s because you don’t know Joe Habas. He was a friend of ours who lived in Colorado. He passed quietly away the other day and the reason I mention him is that the first … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
Oh, That Odorby John Mooy It seems there are wonderful odors that are never to be forgotten; homemade bread baking in the oven, bacon and eggs in a cast iron skillet over a campfire, and chocolate chip cookies that will soon come out of … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
Spring is Here by John Mooy This morning as we sat in the living room and watched the full moon, we realized it was the first day of spring. While I stepped outside early this morning to check the weather it was still very cold with … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
Decency by John Mooy There are times when I’m compelled to look for acts which indicate the good in humanity. I’m in one of those times at this moment. I’m saddened as I’m sure you are by what’s happening in the Ukraine, a world away … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
Past Meets Present by John Mooy I’ve been spending a fair amount of time thinking about the museum that will occupy the Marcellus News Office in the days to come. I have always enjoyed museums as I also enjoy history. And as soon as … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
The Ukraine Situation by John Mooy I have been watching the news lately concerning the frightening situation involving the Ukraine and Russia, and all the countries who have now placed troops supporting troops in the area. I am hoping … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
Hello Darkness My Old Friend You may recognize these words as the beginning of a song by legendary singer / songwriter Paul Simon. The first two lines; Hello darkness my old friend………. I’ve come to talk with you again. . . … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: Perks Along the Way
I have to admit that being a writer for the Marcellus World News, on occasion, I do take some good-natured kidding. My favorite of course is, has the number of those folks who read my column reached double digits yet? Ha Ha. I always … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: Perks Along the Way