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Amateur Naturalist: The Growth Of Ponderosa

One tall ponderosa tree with a square silhouette dominates over the other large but conical shaped trees. Photo by Robert Dryja
 
Amateur Naturalist: The Growth of Ponderosa
By ROBERT DRYJA
Los Alamos
 
A 60-foot wide area was created behind the Aquatic Center when it was constructed in 1988. It therefore would be reasonable to expect to see similar sized ponderosa pine trees that are nearly 30 years old. Assumedly the trees would have started to grow throughout this level area after the construction was completed. 
 
Instead 81 small size ponderosa trees
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Home Country: Standing As An American Citizen

Home Country
By SLIM RANDLES
 
Windy Wilson was on the prowl, this beautiful Independence Day morning, searching the neighborhood for something to do for others.
 
He decided to let his weekly day helping others come on the Fourth this week, because he was feeling very American.
 
Let’s see … he thought … I can circumlocute over to Mrs. Hennessey’s and see if her flower garden needs weeding. She’s got very close veins and the sugar diabeets, and getting around ain’t easy.
 
He headed in that direction when he came across two friends of his arguing over
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Fr. Glenn: Our Sacred Honor

By Rev. Glenn Jones
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church
Los Alamos

Our Sacred Honor

Everyone be safe this holiday, especially with the fireworks. We’ve already had one major fire near us this year (Cajete); that’s more than enough! Watch those campfires, too!

As we celebrate Independence Day this week, it’s a time for reflection and thanksgiving. This year, of course, we have a new president—some say for good, some say for ill. But that which all should give thanks for concerning such a change is the peaceful transfer of power and governing—a method of government and transition arguably Read More

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Pastor Granillo: The Gathering

By PASTOR RAUL GRANILLO 
La Vista Church
White Rock
 
Sportsmanship and easygoing methods are all right, but it is the prospect of a hot fight that brings out the crowds. –John McGraw
 
“We need to get there at least an hour before they open the doors.”
 
“I know,” I told my wife, “I’m hurrying.”
 
Although we were over an hour early, a line had already formed. Actually, it was more like a mob of people hovering around the entrance doors. Of the six sets of entry doors that lead to the venue, all but one were closed.
 
It was being used by staff to enter and exit and make last minute
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Just One Thing To Do This Week: Exercise Gratitude

By MARY BETH MAASSEN
Los Alamos

A few months ago I received an email from the UNM Mindful Center offering a day course entitled: Letting Go: A Mindfulness Meditation Retreat. It was to be led by Michelle DuVal, a remarkable and gifted meditation teacher.

I have a few issues (SURPRISE)—some of which are decades old—that continue to drag on my soul and dampen my spirit. These are issues that I think I have let go, and I think they are gone for good, and then one day… poof… they re-appear seemingly from nowhere and I am once again struggling to let go and move forward.

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Smart Design With Suzette: Decorating For The Fourth

Fourth of July picnic. Courtesy photo
 

By SUZETTE FOX
Los Alamos

Can you believe we are mid-summer already? It’s our country’s birthday and time to celebrate! My family loves fireworks. We are blessed enough to watch them from our deck, so the day will be filled with good eats – ribs on the barbeque, lawn games, probably even a trip to the pool.

It doesn’t take much to decorate for Independence Day. You can decorate with food, flowers, and lawn decorations. Follow these guidelines for a red, white and blue, patriotic celebration.

Red, White and Blue Refreshments
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Letter To The Editor: Without Your Support I Would Have Been Lost

By JOHN L. HORNE
Los Alamos
 

Dear friends of my son John and me,

 

I wish to thank each and every one of you for your prayers, loving kindness, and support following the passing of my son, John. Without your support I would have been lost.

 

From the very beginning Sheriff Marco Lucero and Chaplain Jennifer Bartram were at my side to console and support me while dealing with the shock and grief I was confronting.

 

My sincere gratitude to Los Alamos Sheriff, Marco Lucero; Rio Arriba and Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office; New Mexico Mounted Patrol; and Los Alamos Police Department Read More

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