I don’t like being told what to do. Maybe it’s from growing up as a P.K. (preacher’s kid); maybe it’s tied into my belief in free will; maybe it’s connected to our patriotic value of personal freedom. Whatever the source of it, I suspect I’m not alone. As I observe my fellow citizens’ defiance about wearing masks or taking the... READ MORE >
Social media, politics and many sources for our news seem to be feeding into the polarization that focuses on our differences rather than the humanity we share. How often do you feel that people are really listening to you and wanting to know what you need? One of the hallmarks of a healthy community is that sense of wanting to... READ MORE >
For as long as everyone can remember Lutsen, Tofte and Schroeder have existed as unique, individual townships (each with its own values, priorities and policies) informally referred to as Cook County’s “West End.” Part of what makes a community (besides a school, church, businesses, etc.) is the sense of connectedness that supports and reaches out in times of personal need... READ MORE >
