By Richard Mabey Jr. Now, at 71, I find myself dreaming more and more about moments that I shared with my paternal grandfather, Watson Mabey. I walked the forest path with Grandpa, from the end of Mabey Lane to the tow path of the old Morris Canal, over a hundred times in my childhood and … Continued
By Richard Mabey Jr. In late October of 2019, right after Mom, my sister Patti, and I had breakfast, Mom announced that she was going to make an apple pie. The day before, we had just visited the Farmer’s Market and bought a big bag of apples. Actually, Mom picked out the sack of apples. … Continued
By Richard Mabey Jr. Is it possible that God can bring an incredible blessing into our lives, through the medium of a dog or a cat? It was in the early autumn of 1982 that my life had suddenly taken a spiraling down slope. Hope, inspiration and encouragement was to come to me in the … Continued
By Richard Mabey Jr. Now at 71 and fighting an advanced case of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, I have thought more and more about what Heaven is like. Jesus of Nazareth told us that there are many mansions in Heaven. I think that Heaven is a vast place, with many places and nooks and crannies. I want … Continued
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By Surabhi Ashok According to experts, the indents present on a milk container allow bottle producers to control the container’s volume and structure during manufacturing. Milk jugs are made of high-density polyethylene plastic, which shrinks in hot temperatures. Manufacturers make these jugs larger than needed in order to offset anticipated shrinkage during transportation or warehousing. … Continued
By Richard Mabey Jr. One of the dearest and most precious memories of my childhood, is that Grandma and Grandpa Mabey lived with us in the old Mabey Homestead in Lincoln Park. As you looked at the old farmhouse, my bedroom was on the right-hand side, looking out to West Drive on the side. Grandma … Continued
By Richard Mabey Jr. In February of 1967, I was 13 years old and in the eighth grade at dear old Chapel Hill School. It was at that time that a most wonderful and honorable title was bestowed upon me by the Troop Committee of Boy Scout Troop 170. That honor was becoming a Warrant … Continued
By Lauren Kowlacki A sommelier is a wine expert and trained wine professional working in fine dining and entertainment. He or she specializes in all aspects of wine service, including wine pairing, storage, and presentation. Their responsibilities include creating wine lists, educating staff, and advising guests on wine selection. The necklace worn by sommeliers, often … Continued
By Richard Mabey Jr. This past March, when my neighbor Martha was rushed to the hospital by ambulance, Little Rocco was left behind in her bathroom. Martha is in her early 80’s. She lives alone. My sister Patti and I kind of look after her, without being over bearing. When I saw the ambulance drive … Continued