Opinion
Things learned traveling | Tolman’s Tales
I just returned from a two-week hiking trip to England and Wales. Hiking is not a natural activity…
Jeff Tolman
Opinion
Spending your time | Tolman’s Tales
Perhaps each of us should reflect on how we spend our time, and make sure our moments are…
Opinion
Father’s Day suggestions | Tolman’s Tales
Looking back on my life, there are few big things I would do over. My regrets as an…
News
Expressing our thanks on Memorial Day | Tolman’s Tales
May we remember those not with us on this Memorial Day, say a simple thanks and remember the…
Opinion
Run away from the norm, toward new adventure | Tolman’s Tales
When someone suggests I try a new adventure, I’ll keep my mind open to the possibilities of growth…
Opinion
Picking up hitchhikers creates new tales | Tolman’s Tales
To my wife’s chagrin, once in a while I pick up hitchhikers. Not those who are clearly crazy…
Opinion
Things I like about getting older, being more mature | Tolman’s Tales
There is an old saying attributed to Mickey Mantle: “If I’d have known I was going to live…
Opinion
Defining love on Valentine’s Day | Tolman’s Tales
Love, according to songwriter Sammy Fain, “is a many splendored thing.” The Eagles opined that it “will keep…
Opinion
My (inexpensive and early) shopping list | Tolman’s Tales
The holidays are on the horizon and, as usual, I am totally baffled on what to buy for…
Life
Tolman Tale | Reminders from a tot
My sweet grand-daughter Kinzie is a year-and-a-half old, a wonderful age. She is walking and starting to put…
Opinion
New baby brings rebirth to Christmas
The Christmas tree is lit and presents lie colorfully around its base. Soon this morning — Christmas —…
Opinion
May You Fall in Love Today
The first time I fell in love I was 16 and a half. A red-haired farm girl with…