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The Great Opossum War of 2017, Part II or How I Caught Scarlet Fever in My Living Room

Posted on October 13, 2017 by Matt Grigsby

Okay, I didn’t actually catch Scarlet Fever in my living room but thanks to many articles, photos and jokes sent to me by helpful friends and readers, it was a serious concern of mine.  For every comment of “Oh, those shy and… Continue Reading →

Humor, Lead Story Matt Grigsby, Opossum
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The Great Opossum War of 2017

Posted on September 22, 2017 by Matt Grigsby

I recently became aware that my home is of vital interest and importance to the Opossum Community of West Redding. For several weeks I have heard quiet but persistent scratching coming from underneath my home at sunrise and sunset, but… Continue Reading →

Humor, Lead Story Matt Grigsby, Opossum

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Giant Otter – Pantanal, Brazil

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  • Comment on Names can stick, so choose wisely by brando
    I changed my last name to my mother's maiden name; because I always felt like I was most like her family and because I felt so close to grandpa (her dad). What's in a name? Belonging, memories, allegiance, a sense of self, embracing our truth, alignment with our chosen place in the world and the […]
  • Comment on Names can stick, so choose wisely by Joanne Lobeski Snyder
    Great article Doni! I had a Babcia and a Dziadziu. I HAD a first name that I didn't like and was never used so I ditched it when I got married but kept my middle name and family name (which I've always liked) with my husband's name when I got married. I always thought that […]
  • Comment on Names can stick, so choose wisely by Beverly Stafford
    In reply to Doni Chamberlain. Two friends married, and last names were simple. Mary Smith married John Smith; so she didn't have to change any records. The only issue was when she was asked her maiden name. Smith, said she. No, I mean the name you were born with. You get the picture.
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