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The Ten Acre Observatory

The Ten Acre Observatory

Night Sky Report

Even though the weather was better last month, the necessity to cancel scheduled viewing events due to overcast skies was still the “norm,” with at least three cancellations, including the viewing portion of the Purcell Movie and Moon Party that took place on the 21st.
Was She Living Her Best Life Or Was This The Life She Deserved?

Was She Living Her Best Life Or Was This The Life She Deserved?

Was She Living Her Best Life Or Was This The Life She Deserved?

Abusers use emotional, psychological, and physical abuse followed by apologies, promises, and affection to control their victims. The recipients of abuse often feel they are the cause. Their self-esteem and self-worth have been destroyed, and they think this is the best life they will ever have.
Julie Talton

Julie Talton

Be Addicted To Love

Webster defines addiction as “a strong inclination to do, use, or indulge in something repeatedly.” There are so many vices to be addicted to these days. I’d venture to say that almost everyone is addicted to something. Social Media comes to mind. Cell Phones even more.
Tecumseh Golden Age Center

Tecumseh Golden Age Center

Tecumseh Golden Age Center

As with the seasons, we all face changes in our lives. No one likes changes, but usually they are for our good. The Golden Age Center is going through some changes that we expect will make it a better place for seniors in Tecumseh.

Early Memories Of Family Cars

When I was six years old, my father purchased his first car—a green 1935 Ford. Shortly after his important purchase, we were traveling from McKinney, KY, to Geneva, KY—about four miles—and the left front wheel fell off. Fortunately, there were no oncoming cars.
Suzie Campbell

Suzie Campbell

Not Like the Guys I Usually Dated

The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) says that, on average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. That is more than 10 million women and men in one year.
Things That Go Bump In The Night

Things That Go Bump In The Night

Things That Go Bump In The Night

Remember when Halloween was NOT a series of blood-curdling, knife-wielding, hockeymasked ghouls? I would put on a pink ballerina tutu and trick-or-treat with my football idolizing younger brothers. Nowadays, I am frightened when the pasty-faced, monsters appear at my door.
Tecumseh Golden Age Center

Tecumseh Golden Age Center

Tecumseh Golden Age Center

September 23rd was the official beginning of Autumn. Daylight is getting shorter, and the temperature is beginning to be cooler, especially at night. Terri McBroom has written a poem titled “Fall.” It does seem appropriate to include it now. Orange and gold fall from the trees.

Stories I Should Have Told Sooner

Here is my over-simplified explanation for the reason our memories become worse as we age. The mind is like a filing cabinet. Early on and for many years thereafter, memories are like sheets of paper.
Capitol Comments

Capitol Comments

Capitol Comments

Saturday at dawn, Hamas launched a massive offensive through land, sea, and air against Israel, killing hundreds and injuring thousands.