An Open Book: Sixteen Years Later
By DAVID IZRAELEVITZThe old adage that time heals all wounds is a cruel falsehood. For the most painful wounds, those of the heart and of the mind, they often remain beneath the surface, to be covered, if we are fortunate, by warmer experiences that add distance and perspective. And it is also part of life that sometimes it is even more painful experiences that later clarify for us that those wounds that seemed so piercing at the time, were not the ones that hurt the most.
I didn’t feel like writing about the Cerro Grande Fire at any of its anniversaries until this evening. Reliving Read More
Letter To The Editor: Family Of Jessica D. (Casados) Fleming Expresses Gratitude To Community
By the Jessica D. (Casados) Fleming Family
The family of Jessica D. (Casados) Fleming wishes to say “Thank you” to the community of Los Alamos.
We hope these simple words can express how much we appreciate the outpouring of love, sympathy, caring, and comfort we have received.
To the friends and family who came to share in the celebration of life, thank you for coming, all your kind words and wonderful stories. We felt her smile in each of you. Please continue to smile and think of hers.
To the many people who brought food to our homes, we were so bless to have friends like you. To everyone who sent flowers, Read More
McQuiston: Home Values Have Dropped. Should I Decrease My Insurance Coverage?
By ALLEN MCQUISTONThe recession and housing market crash have taken a toll on homeowners. Many of us have seen the value of our home drop, with no recovery in sight. You might think that you should at least be able to save some money by decreasing the amount of your homeowners insurance. After all, if the home is worth less, shouldn’t I be able to insure it for less? Think again.
Homeowners insurance and the market value of a home are unrelated. In fact, while the value of your home may have decreased, the amount you need to insure it for may have actually increased.
Insurance companies calculate Read More
Pegg: Breaking Plateaus
By KENT PEGGIf you’ve been working out for a long time, there’s no doubt you’ve experienced a plateau from time to time. A plateau occurs when you are continuing your regular workout regimen but you’ve stopped making progress and gains.
While plateaus can be frustrating and even cause a person to abandon their workout routine, they can be overcome by temporarily changing your workout routine to trick your body into responding again.
There are several methods that can be used to break free from a plateau. Generally these methods work best when used infrequently and only for a short period Read More
Letter To The Editor – Congratulations To The Olions
By JOHN and JESS CULLINANCongratulations to the Olions on their successful production of Spamalot, and on their well deserved nominations for the inaugural Popejoy Awards.
It’s exciting to see the hard work and devotion of our talented youth pay off in such a rewarding way.
We note in the recent news coverage that many of the people who shared in the responsibility for the success of the production were not recognized, and knowing that theatre is first and foremost a collaborative art form, we think they should be mentioned:
- Jason Rutledge for his skillful musical direction;
- Patrick
PEEC Amateur Naturalist: Part 3 – What Is Happening To The Birds Of Northern New Mexico?
PEEC Amateur Naturalist: Part 3―What Is Happening To The Birds Of Northern New Mexico?Letter To The Editor: North Mesa Roundabout
By TONY AMSDENWelcome to the entitled world of today. Since around 1960, Americans have been raised to have a high level of self-esteem and a high sense of entitlement. That governs the way a number of them tend to drive today, oblivious of the needs and rights of others.
Dealing with this mentality on the road can be a real challenge. And if you are unhappy now with speeders going around the North Mesa roundabout at 50 mph, just wait until Los Alamos gets another roundabout
