If you want to feel like an old fossil, spend a summer with a bunch of kids. » Full Story

What a story her life would have been. I never had the chance to meet her, but I recognize a good story when I see one and her life embodied the cultural melting pot of the 20th Century in America. » Full Story

After many, many story assignments that had to do with local churches over the years I have sometimes felt as if I were becoming a religion writer by trade. » Full Story

I like June. It is the first month of summer. In June, we fool ourselves into believing that summer will stretch on before us endlessly. » Full Story

"We're back!" I told my classmates Saturday evening. "Our class is back together again. » Full Story

I figured it out: The best part, the very best part of my ride on a B-17 Flying Fortress Monday afternoon.

The best part is that I didn't have to ride. » Full Story

What better combination than ice cream and summer? Okay, it works for me to do that pretty much all four seasons, but it does seem more fitting for this time of year. » Full Story

"Those who spare the rod of discipline hate their children," wrote wise King Solomon. "Those who love their children care enough to discipline them. » Full Story

As is so often the case, her prayers were not answered until what, at least to mere human souls, seemed to be the last possible moment. » Full Story

Ever heard of malware? Or pescatarian? They're two of the more than 100 new words that Merriam-Webster added to the new edition of its Collegiate Dictionary this summer. » Full Story