Columns
Lining your driveway with trees
Those of us with long driveways often fantasize about having a stately planting of matching driveway trees on both sides, forming a shady “tunne...
What good does protesting do?
“Don’t people know these protests are destroying our Nation?!” “Yeah! And for what? Nothing!”Think about that for a mome...
Hydrangeas — Choosing the right one
For a long-lived display of huge showy blooms, few plant families can top the diverse Hydrangea. Every year we see new Hydrangea varieties introduced,...
Set the people free
The vast majority of the legal citizens in this country have bowed down and kissed the ring of the elite, power-obsessed politicians, and un-elected b...
Corner of Hope: Gratitude during difficult times
Gratitude. Perspective. Hope. These are three simple words with relatively simple definitions. However, each one of these words has a powerful impact ...
Waiting for the sun to return
An enormous box arrived at our house. It was filled with food and cleaning supplies and, yes, toilet paper. I feel guilty. But the truth is, these sup...
We can fight COVID 19 together
Recently, the State of Ohio issued a “Stay at Home” order. I know that actions like this cause many citizens discomfort, uncertainty and e...
It’s still okay for us to smile
Fifty years ago — April 1970 — I put on my first lab coat, white shirt, white pants and shoes. My name tag read; “Randy Riley –...
What exactly is a Red Maple Tree?
As spring unfolds, the deep red blooms of red maple trees along the roadsides and in the woods really stand out. Withing days, the blooms fall onto th...
Supporting communities during a pandemic
In the middle of this public health crisis, I am in constant communication with Governor DeWine, Ohio Health Director Dr. Amy Acton, and other health ...
