My Purse

What’s in my purse? That by which I call a handbag, by any other name, would feel as cumbersome. A bit Shakespearean, but really ladies, what’s in your purse? I handed mine to Mr. Right the other day and he actually stumbled backward at the unexpected weight. “What do you have in this thing?

Cows & Cabbage

“And that’s how the cow ate the cabbage!” Sunday, May 14, is the day set aside to celebrate Mother’s or Mom, as I call mine. I have a weekly standing date with my Mom, and I do everything I can not to stand her up. But then life happens, and the day might get moved.

Capitol Comments

Since President Biden took office, he has increased the role of the federal government in the lives of everyday Americans. The policies of this Administration have led to high inflation, more government dependency, a struggling economy, and mortgage rates that have doubled over the last 3 years.

California Was Crazy, Even 60 Years Ago

Many Oklahomans have California connections; especially, around Bakersfield. There is currently a Reverse Grapes of Wrath migration from California back to Oklahoma. Oklahomans are a lot like salmon---they go back to the place of their birth.

Tecumseh Golden Age Center

We are proud Americans at the Golden Age Center. Recently, we had to take down our tattered flag to be burned in a ceremony done yearly by the American Legion. Please check your flying flags to be sure they are in good condition.

A Mighty Wind

Last Stand Due to the heartbreaking devastation in the Shawnee, Cole, and Etowah areas this week, I am repeating an earlier column. Mr. Right and I are working on the damage to our own little community.

We Must Protects Sports For Women And Girls

For Women And Girls The OU’s women’s gymnastics team just earned their second-straight NCAA national championship. Winning one national title is really tough; two in a row is something that only historic dynasty programs accomplish.

Capitol Notes

An Oklahoma educator made national news this week when she was named the National Teacher of the Year for 2023. This is the first time Oklahoma has had a national winner since 1964.

Night Sky Report

With the days (and evenings) getting warmer and having most of the more severe weather off to the east as we move into Spring, we’ve had a lot more nights that have proved to be excellent for viewing.

Republicans Unveil Responsible Debt Ceiling Proposal

Over the last two years, under the one-party Democratic rule, we have had record levels of spending with little offsets. Last Wednesday, House Republicans revealed our proposal, the Limit, Save, Grow, Act of 2023, to deal with the debt ceiling.