"Reel reviews: ‘The Nun 2’ brings ‘Conjuring’ horror franchise full circle" by: Jessica Shepard

Since weather forecasters have said that we’re entering our fall season, I decided to check out “The Nun II” hoping for some spooky fun.    The good news is that the movie finally connects the overall “conjuring” horror franchise.

‘Cultivating Intentions’

I’m about to ask you a series of very personal questions.     What was your intention when you chose to read this article?     What was your intention when you picked up this newspaper?     What was your intention when your feet hit the floor this morning?

"Thinking about a summer pushing a wheel barrow full of bottles" by: Mike Reddell

As befitting my age, and the circumstances of this brutal summer, I occasionally think about summers past.      I was remembering a summer day when I was nine in the North Texas town of Electra.      I often was shoeless in our neighborhood as were most of the other boys my age.

"Trying not to freak out when using Google for medical help" by: Jessica Shepard

Sometimes I spend too much time using Google to search random things off the top of my head.

"Football is here and it at least gives us something" by: John Sample

Last week was the best week for the indexes and averages in over a month.    Monday through Thursday, the S&P 500 was able to erase half of the monthly loss.    Friday the Dow added 100 points.    The reality is that we had a bit of setback that was not that significant.

PSA: What does it cost not to have life insurance?

It’s probably not on your calendar, but September is Life Insurance Awareness Month.    Are you aware of the benefits of owning life insurance?    First, consider the risks of not having it.    If something were to happen to you, could your family remain in their house?

"Matagorda County Museum’s ‘School Spirit’ honors all county schools" by: Esmerelda Salinas

Hello, (Almost) Fall!    The first of September always awakens excitement for me because fall means cooler weather is on the way.     And it also means that it’s the season of learning as our kids go back to school!     Which also means…FOOTBALL!

"Reel Reviews: ‘Equalizer 3’ had so much potential, ended series on a weak note" by: Jessica Shepard

My favorite part of any action movie series is always watching the bad guys get their just desserts.    It’s a lovely bit of karma and very rewarding to experience on the big screen.

"Learning how to identify, embrace your self-expression" by: Karen Restivo

Self-Expression conjures up great art, the symphony, prolific books, cinematography and Olympic-worthy agility from artists who manifest their creative expression into form for all the world to witness.     We find ourselves drawn to a particular artistry when we relate to it deeply within our soul.

"Can’t wait for summer to finally end, looking forward to fall events" by: Jessica Shepard

Every once in a while I’m sitting in the car and just staring at the outside thermometer.     With “feel like” temperatures over 110 degrees, I’m eagerly awaiting the drift from summer’s oppressive heat to the cooler, mid-90s fall temperatures.