Reader wants to bring mom home to stay safe

DEAR HARRIETTE: My mother lives in a retirement home, and I am so worried about her. There have been reports all over the country about the virus infiltrating old folks’ homes and killing lots of people. I feel like I should bring my mother home with me, but I’m worried that she might not stay healthy. My husband goes to work outside of the home every day. He practices social distancing to the extent that he can, but he’s a contractor, and he works with people. My mother is in her 90s and in fragile health. That’s why I want her out of the retirement building, but I’m not sure that my house is safer. How can I figure that out? — Mom’s Safety

In 1799, French Lieutenant Pierre-Francois Bouchard found the Rosetta Stone in Rosetta, Egypt.

It is human nature for people not to like being told what they can or can’t do. The same also makes folks want to push the envelope when it comes to doing what is right and wrong.

Lankford applauds court decisions

This week the U.S. Supreme Court released two 7-2 decisions today upholding the First Amendment right to the free exercise of religion.

Dog treats have changed my life

My husband, Peter, and I miss having a dog. I see a lot of dogs on the trail during my daily hike, and so Peter (who is always full of good ideas –usually about things I should do) suggested I carry dog treats.

July 11, 2020 is the 193rd day of 2020 and the 22nd day of summer.

Reader needs specific motivation to get in shape

DEAR HARRIETTE: I have a friend who posts on social media regularly. Over the past few months, he has lost about 40 pounds. He works out every day and looks amazing. I am inspired by him — but not enough to actually get up and do anything for myself.

As we watched the Red Skelton show on our black and white television more than 50 years ago, I can remember my father telling me to pay attention to Skelton as he explained the Pledge of Allegiance word by word.

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