The Second, Quieter Hope
The Second, Quieter Hope
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I’ve heard it said that integrity is what you do when no one is watching.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
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2006 – A piece of Gothenburg history would be closing. With the retirement of Rhonda Jobman, owner of Rhonda’s Jewelry, the building that housed a jewelry store for 96 years would be empty. (Photo courtesy Gothenburg Historical Museum)
HISTORICAL MEMORIES
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Historical Memories is provided for you each month by the Gothenburg Historical Museum.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Studying The Snakes of Nebraska – Even Invisible
Studying The Snakes of Nebraska – Even Invisible
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Everyone who knows me knows that I love snakes.I always have, and I always will. I can’t remember my first snake, but it was probably a plains garter snake.Since then I have kept bull snakes, racers, hognose snakes as well as a number of different kinds of garter snakes.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
You Never Know
You Never Know
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As the saying goes, “Be kind. You never know what someone is going through.”A young colleague shocks me with the confession she has had a stroke and now carries the load of many doctors’ appointments as she tries to figure out why.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Birds, Bees, and Butterflies
Birds, Bees, and Butterflies
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Do you know that humans are “iteroparous” animals? I did know that, but I was not familiar with the term. I’ve been watching the monarch butterfly migration, which has been impressive this year, especially on the flowers at the Senior Center. It got me to thinking about their strange life cycle.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
A Tall Order for the Heart
A Tall Order for the Heart
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A few years ago, I read something during my morning quiet time that captured the essence of my heart’s desire. I shared it on social media, partly as encouragement to others and partly as a reminder to myself.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Never Too Old to Put On Your Boogie Shoes
Never Too Old to Put On Your Boogie Shoes
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I am painfully aware of how old I am. Therefore, I do not understand the need for frequent reminders of the season of life I’m currently in.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
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Solidago gigantea is doing very well this year. The road ditches are full of it, and the trip to the grass dump this year is colorful. What is “Solidago gigantea”?
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
A Burn Ban for Words
A Burn Ban for Words
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I’ve always believed in the power of words. Sticks and stones may break bones, but words can devastate like a wildfire.It is easy to focus on the big offenses of the tongue: lying, slander, and bearing false witness.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
A Little More Magic
A Little More Magic
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I recently attended an Andy Grammar concert. The lyrics to his songs deeply resonate with me. That evening, one particular song spoke to me.“Little signs are everywhere Catch the whispers in the air Thank 'em for the gifts they bring… I want more, more than the average (Ooh) I want the magic.”
Wednesday, August 26, 2026