People attend the March for Life rally on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 21. | Susan Walsh/AP Photos As a practicing Catholic and mother, I understand the Catholic Church has condemned abortion since the 4th century. Religious convictions aside, however, Roe v. Wade needs to stand. But the number of unplanned, unwanted pregnancies needs to fall sharply as … [Read more...] about I am pro-life — and I support Roe v. Wade
Man charged with shooting woman in attempted murder-suicide in Washington Park in 2019
Chicago police investigate the scene where two people were wounded March 4, 2019, in the 100 block of East 60th Street, in the Washington Part neighborhood. | Tyler LaRiviere/Sun-Times Anthony Wilson, 54, shot the woman in the back of her head during an argument, police said. A man has been charged with attempted murder after he shot a woman and then turned the gun on … [Read more...] about Man charged with shooting woman in attempted murder-suicide in Washington Park in 2019
No sheds, then a find out of reach: Quest for shed antlers (wandering the woods) has O’Henry end; Stray Cast
A big buck skeleton caught on a branch in a river, a challenge if shed hunting. | Dale Bowman A day spent hunting shed antlers was glorious, though empty of sheds, then comes an O’Henry surprise ending; plus a Stray Cast on ethics. Wandering the woods, I thought someone should build an app for scat identification. I had the name, “Scoop on the Poop,” only to find “Scoop … [Read more...] about No sheds, then a find out of reach: Quest for shed antlers (wandering the woods) has O’Henry end; Stray Cast
Menu planner: Beef and green olive stew leaves you full and satisfied
Beef and green olive stew. | Cattlemen’s Beef Board Thinking ahead to your next few meals? Here are some main dishes and sides to try. Beef and green olive stew Makes 6 servings Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 4 to 6 hours on high, or 7 to 9 hours on low INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup flour 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 1/2 … [Read more...] about Menu planner: Beef and green olive stew leaves you full and satisfied
Dear Abby: Wife hurt as man gives money and attention to his ex and their kids
Her husband’s insistence on visiting his former wife every day, taking her places and paying her mortgage is taking away the wife’s self-esteem. DEAR ABBY: I have been with my husband for more than 30 years. We have no kids together, but he has three adult children from a previous marriage. All of them are in their 30s. He and his ex had a bad breakup, and she has never given … [Read more...] about Dear Abby: Wife hurt as man gives money and attention to his ex and their kids