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November 20, 2009 Since 1922 |
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Natalie Whatley
In my defense
I have a little confession to make: Back in August I was caught in a moment of lawlessness and was singled out by an officer of the law.
November 14, 2009
Catch some happiness
There isn’t a day, week, or month left on the calendar that isn’t set aside to observe, commemorate, or otherwise notice a cause, individual, or group
November 07, 2009
Jack and I sick of tricks
Happy Halloween! I hope this finds you all scaring up some fun – even if you don’t officially celebrate.
October 31, 2009
Starbooks gets 5 stars
The planets and stars were in proper alignment Tuesday evening at The Whatley Estate, and I took off the evening mom/chef/tutor hat for something I’ve always wanted to do.
October 24, 2009
An escape from the jacket
As a first-born stick-in-the-mud (I’ve mentioned that about myself a time, or maybe two. Can you tell I have a complex?) I take most of what life sends my way far too seriously.
October 17, 2009
Swatting builds endurance
I joined the SWAT team this week. Before you start thinking I’ve taken my recent participation in the Citizens Police Academy too far, I assure you it’s not what it may seem.
October 10, 2009
Lingo is more my game-o
In a recent spate of bingo playing — twice in one month counts when I’d only played twice in the last ten years – I found myself sitting in a room, mind wandering off task as usual, and pondering what started it all.
October 03, 2009
No sleeping on the job
As an intermittent member of the insomniacs club, I’ve learned to function through the basics while failing miserably in anything above and beyond.
September 26, 2009
Caps, gowns and badges
Since I worked in civil law prior to my full-time mommy days, police work and the different issues it entails interested me.
September 19, 2009
The softest places to fall
Sunday is a special day to be celebrated and remembered; it’s Grandparents Day.
September 12, 2009
Ms. Gladys Adcox: You’re unforgettable
Hands down, the best part about this column is you: the readers. Through this spot I’ve met some fascinating people I would’ve never known otherwise.
May 31, 2009
This girl will strike!
I’ve contracted a slithering case of the heebie jeebies. If you’re in snake-oil sales and have a potential cure, you know where to find me.
May 17, 2009
Much ado about nothing
Last week will go down as one of the best spring breaks ever.
March 22, 2009
In the wake of the holidays, I’ve got it maid
I’m de-lighted (Christmas lights have once again been removed from my home without injury) to announce that as of this writing, I’m spending my first day home alone since December 18, 2008.
January 11, 2009
’Twas the week of Christmas
The paragraphs below are what I hashed out after three weeks of running at a crazed pace. In some ways I can hardly wait for life to slow down, but I’m very aware of the price.
December 21, 2008
Silver lining still in the dark
I wish I could think of something besides Hurricane Ike recovery to write about this week.
September 25, 2008
Thanks for driving our tomorrows
While I’m an old hand at sending kids back to school, I’m not even close to acquiring the coping skills necessary for the job.
August 31, 2008
Back to the future
Much to the chagrin of kids everywhere, summer’s final moments are ticking down.
August 24, 2008
Standing up and taking a fall
A frightening episode sent me to Dr. Dancel’s office recently
July 27, 2008
Thin blue line needs fattening up
I spent an hour Friday at a memorial service for police officers who gave the ultimate sacrifice this past year.
May 18, 2008
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