Navigating the Medication Maze: Finding Balance in Health Patrick Wood Dear Reader, In today’s world, medications have become ubiquitous, with many of us relying on pharmaceuticals to manage …

When Autumn Comes Patrick Wood Dear Reader, There is an indescribable sadness in dying. Dying, while a solitary act, invites the many connections and networks of love a person has affected prior, to …

Why It Matters Dear Reader, Pursuing fame and acclaim has been a long-standing desire, regardless of the avenue – whether it be academics, sports, or any other endeavor. Unexpectedly finding …

Greg Seubert with a Wisconsin Newspaper Association award for his outdoor column. File Photo Seubert resigning after 28 years By Greg Seubert “Time for me to fly, I’ve got to set myself free. …

The Bygone Patrick Wood Dear Reader, As I stroll down memory lane, I am enveloped in a wistful nostalgia for the bygone days. Those were the days when our hearts brimmed our friendships were pure, …

Crossing Continuums Patrick Wood Dear Reader, A fact of life is that as soon as we are born, we begin the brief or lengthy process of dying. No time is a “just right” time for death because of …

Measurements Of Being Dear Reader, Patrick Wood Exploring success in life involves a nuanced perspective. While financial achievements like money, assets, and material possessions are conventional …

The Wind Down Patrick Wood Dear Reader, We all become addicted to time. We become more addicted the older we get. Hanging on and savoring the gift of another day is not another given so we push in to …

Dream Avatars: Navigating the Uncharted Realms of Self Patrick Wood Dear Reader, In the realm of dreams, a fascinating phenomenon unfolds – our dream avatars, alternate expressions of ourselves, …

Journey Across Time: Exploring the Morality and Possibilities of Time Travel Dear Reader, Patrick Wood In the ever-expanding realm of human curiosity, the notion of time travel has captivated minds …

New Dreams for a New Year Dear Reader, Patrick Wood As we bid farewell to the year that was and welcome the promising embrace of a brand new chapter, there’s a sense of renewal and hope that washes …

The Beautiful Parallels: Origins of Christmas and the Spirit of Giving Patrick Wood Dear Reader, As we approach the most wonderful time of the year, it is only fitting to reflect upon the origins of …

Embracing Agape Love: A Foundation For Lasting Connections Patrick Wood Dear Reader, In the tapestry of human relationships, the thread of love weaves through the fabric of our lives, creating bonds …

Imagination Hour Revisited Dear Reader, Patrick Wood Every Sunday when our three girls were young, we held “Imagination Hour.” We used this hour to “imaginate” and come up with new and …

Love or Soulmates Patrick Wood Dear Reader, Are there soulmates in this world? Possibly, and possibly not. When I think of my daughter Katelyn’s love for her husband, I think of soulmates. When I …

Finding Gratitude in the Present and History of Thanksgiving Dear Reader, Patrick Wood As we approach Thanksgiving, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the history of this beloved holiday and remind …

“Pass It Forward”: Help Us Shape the Future of Journalism Dear Reader, Today, I invite you to be a part of something extraordinary – the MMC Internship Program. The “Pass It Forward” …

“Hallo” Halloween! Dear Reader, Halloween, rooted in ancient Celtic traditions, has evolved over centuries into a beloved modern holiday. Originally known as Samhain, it marked the end of the …

On the Great Pumpkin and Autumn Fairies Dear Reader, Everyone always talks about the great pumpkin that somehow appears on Halloween. And yet no one seems to have seen it other than perhaps Linus and …

Renewal Patrick Wood Dear Reader, Last summer while on a family trip to Quebec City, my 16 year old grandson Dylan asked me if I would zip line over the waterfalls. Before they strapped on the …