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By Matthew T. Mesarchik

n March 26, my family and I were at the end of a two-week adventure in Mexico’s Baja Peninsula. Meredith, my wife, and I had made

several trips to Baja over the last few years, touring on motorcycles. This trip was special though, as it was the first time my son Alex had come along. We had made a special effort to make educational stops with Alex, he saw whales and a whale shark, visited missions built by the Spaniards hundreds of years ago, and eaten ice cream in the

The Bunkershade of a church designed and built by Gustave Eiffel. The morning of the 26th was bittersweet as we were very much looking forward to going home to the USA, but also sad to be at the end of a great adventure. As we packed at the hotel in Tijuana and loaded up the rented Jeep we knew that in a couple of hours we would be back in our home country.

Before we headed to the border, I had one more stop to make in Tijuana, a place called The Bunker

less than one mile from the US Border. The Bunker has been in the news lately, you may recognize it by its more official sounding name: Deported Veterans Support House. We were going to visit some US Military Veterans who could not do what we would soon be doing, crossing the border into the USA.

Many folks are shocked to find out that the US Government regularly deports Veterans, even decorated combat veterans. I had heard of The Bunker on NPR a couple months back; and had sent a message to its founder, Specialist Hector Barajas 82nd

Deported veteran, Hector Barajas, Specialist B, 82nd Airborne stands with Alexander Mesarchik, forth-grade student from Middlefield in front of “The Bunker” in Tijuana, Baja Mexico.(MP Photo/Matthew Mesarchik)

Airborne, that we would like to make a visit.As an educational stop this may have

been a bit of an advanced subject for Alex at age 10, but this stop was both for his benefit and to help spread awareness about Hector and other US Veterans like him. I am glad we went. On the day we visited, Hector was filling out paperwork that will hopefully put him on a path to returning home, yet he graciously found time to talk to us and show us around The Bunker, and tell us his story and some of the other men served by his efforts. I think nearly all Americans would agree with the simple statement “our immigration system if deeply flawed”. How to fix it is a deeply contentious, and complicated issue. My personal belief is that we should have secure borders, but we should still allow immigration by law abiding people who want to be American, be a part of our nation, a part of our culture, a part of our national identity, a continuing part of the melting pot that many of our ancestors were dreaming of when they came here. Mine were from Germany, Ireland, Czechoslovakia, and Slovenia. Figuring out how to fix our system so the good people who want to be Americans can still come here, while keeping out the riff raff, drug smugglers, terrorists, and generally bad people is not easy

The whole issue of US veterans who have been deported is no less complicated, and the circumstances behind their deportations are quite diverse. Consider these points: US Military Veterans have been deported to 30 countries. Many are combat veterans. Many suffer from PTSD

On April 23, friends and family helped celebrate the 94th birthday of John R. Sudyk. John is a World War II Veteran, drafted into the Army

in the 187th Field Artillery Battalion and served from 1942 through 1945. He ended his service with rank of Corporal, returning home Nov. 25, 1945. John married his fiancé, Helen (Billie) Clarke, on Dec. 16, 1945.

During the war, Billie helped support the war effort by working at Chase Brass in Cleveland, making shells for artillery, purchasing war bonds, and rationing by gathering everything they could find that could be used for the war effort.

John is proud to have served his country and he and his wife, Billie, had the honor of telling their first-hand stories about their lives during WWII for the Veterans History Project. John’s artillery battalion landed on Normandy beach on the coast of France, contributing to the Allied victory on the Western Front. He was part of the American Army who advanced through France and Belgium and into Germany. They fought in the Battle of Hurtgen Forest, the longest battle on German ground during WWII, and in the Battle of the Bulge, where United States forces bore the brunt of the attack and incurred their highest casualties for any operation during the war. John’s battalion marched to Paris when

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John and Helen (Billie ) Sudyk celebrating John’s 94th birthday. (MP Photo/Colleen Lockhart)

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Click It or TicketFrom May 23 through June 5, the Middlefield police will be stepping up enforcement to

crack down on motorists not wearing their seat belts. Click It or Ticket is a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration campaign aimed at increasing the use of seat belts among young people in the United States. The campaign relies heavily on targeted advertising aimed at teens and young adults.

The campaign also stresses strict enforcement of safety belt laws, in particular, the “Primary safety belt laws”, which allow law enforcement officers to issue a safety belt citation without observing another offense. Enforcement of safety belt laws of both types is to be made possible by checkpoints and saturation patrols that will detect violations of safety belt and child passenger safety laws.

MPD Lieutenant Brandon Savage (left) and Officer Brandon Gray post the banner promoting the annual Click It or Ticket campaign.

Behind the Badge

Annual Spring Tour the Best YetThe 14th Annual Spring Drive-it-

Yourself Tour was not deterred by a few rain drops and cool temperatures; if anything it brought even more eager adventurers out to Geauga County on a quest for new locations and great deals. With 25 Tour Stops, participants needed to visit at least ten to qualify for Grand Prizes at the Finale. Locations offered everything from sales to samples to lure travelers and in they came.

This year the event saw just over 800 guests that signed in somewhere along the Tour. “The Tour is offered annually as a way to showcase businesses in Geauga County, and get people out to explore locations they may not be familiar with,” said Lynda Nemeth, D e s t i n a t i o n Geauga executive d i r e c t o r . A p p r o x i m a t e l y half of the attendees were from Geauga County, exploring the treasures in their own backyards. The rest came from eight surrounding counties, Pennsylvania and even two visiting from Arizona.

“It was a HUGE day for our Stops on the Tour,” said Nemeth, “We know the ‘easy’ stops on the main roads will get traffic, but when I stopped at our small businesses on the back roads and cars are parked all along the driveway and up and down the road, I knew it was going to be a great day.”

While many stops offered retail some offered an interesting opportunity, like a backstage tour of Geauga Lyric Theater, or chatting with the founders of the new Amish Historical Library.

Brenda Hastings of Hastings Dairy & Rowdy Cow Creamery shared her thoughts after treating guests to samples of their farm

fresh milk all day, “It was a great experience for us, my best guess is we had 250-300 people. It exceeded our expectations!”

Others also knew the way to woo participants was through their stomachs! First time stops Vinny’s Italian Eatery and Warren’s Spirited Kitchen met many new friends on Tour day by giving out some tasty samples.

The anticipation grew steadily at the Finale at Middlefield Market. As the crowd grew “The Real Deal String Band” kept things lively. A Silent Auction and Basket Raffle gave participants more goodies to peruse. Once auction items were awarded,

it was time for G r a n d P r i z e Baskets. Those that had visited at least 10 stops through the day were in the running. All Grand P r i z e B a s k e t s consisted of goods and gift certificates d o n a t e d b y D e s t i n a t i o n Geauga Members. First prize a $800 plus value was won by Connie

Rigotti of Chesterland, second prize a $600 plus value was won by Sue Rondinella of Mayfield Heights, and third prize a $400 value was won by Steve Hyrb of Chagrin Falls.

Destination Geauga would like to thank: sponsor FONTANELLE Group Inc.. Middlefield Market for the use of the facility, and all of their members for their participation and donation of gifts. You can see photos of the day by going to the Destination Geauga Facebook page. For more Geauga County fun go to www.DestinationGeauga.com or request a free Geauga County Guide by calling 440-632-1538. Be sure to download the free Destination Geauga APP.

Spring Drive-it-Yourself Tour Winners. First prize Connie Rigotti, second prize Sue Rondinella and third prize Steve Hyrb. ( MP Photo/DG)

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A Look Back in TimeBy Rick Seyer

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This is the original White Bros. grocery store in the early 1950s. At the time this was the most modern grocery store in Geauga county because of the new “self serve” concept. Until then, you went in to a store and the clerk gathered your order. The store was later located in 1966 across the parking lot where Great Lakes Outdoor Supply is currently. The sign says “Stretch Your Pay The Self Serve Way”. This building currently houses CoCo Beans,Smart Shopper, Middlefield Sign, El Hombre Barber Shop and Healthy Pursuit. The building next door is the Geauga Vision building.

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Local Teacher Publishes First NovelBy Nancy Huth

“Books are a free vacation,” declares Don M. King, a teacher at James A. Garfield Middle School in

Garrettsville, who has self-published “Nine” his first Young Adult novel. It’s a science fiction story for young adults between the ages of 13 and 21. Don is a 1980 graduate of Cardinal High School and a 1988 graduate of Kent State University where he earned a BS in English Education with a minor in Psychology, along with an Elementary Teaching certificate. He’s been teaching English to eighth graders at the Middle School for 18 years. In addition Don was drama adviser there for 15 years, producing 33 shows, five of which were original. Four years ago his play “Shhh” was published by Brooklyn Publishing.

Don’s hobby of playing the guitar was nourished in Nashville where he lived and studied songwriting in the 1990’s and worked as an apprentice songwriter for Benson Music Group. In Nashville he won a Gospel Music Association national songwriting competition. Don says this opened many doors for him, but he feels he has touched more lives teaching than he ever would have as a songwriter. Today you can hear Don playing guitar at the

Middlefield United Methodist Church. In answer to why he started writing

novels, Don believes that the video game, cell phone and computer virus has infected too many teens. His goal is to inspire youth to start reading again, especially over the summer. He wants to be part of the “resurrection of reading.”

Don’s recent book NINE is the first of a trilogy (still to come “Soulless” and” Faithless”). Since the Hunger Games series, the market has been inundated with dystopian fiction. Dystopia refers to an imaginary society in which social or technological trends have culminated in a diminished quality of life or degradation of values. Young adults have been drawn to this type of novel. Don summarizes his new book as follows: “Sixteen year-old Faith Monroe needs to know if there’s an assigned seat for her in the universe before she loses her life.  It’s the year 2025, and she’s one of several teens slated to discover her expiration date, but there’s only one complication: The transport she’s riding in has a number of teens, including herself, who never  received the extraterrestrial death chip. A device implanted at birth set to kill you at your appointed time. As perfect genetic matches for the leaders of the planet NINE, Faith and her friends must prevent an assimilation of their souls. Follow Faith and her new friends on their journey to expose the government for its evil ploy and discover why dying for your country may not be as noble as you think. At least—not when alien technology is involved.”

For Don, the best thing about the whole publishing adventure, has been getting to know other writers, editors, agents, etc. Publishing is an extremely complicated process. It’s not like writing one book and having it sell in the book stores. Don has written five novels so far but this is his first publication. He writes as he goes along without many notes or a story outline and says this “reckless abandoned” style of writing can be both a blessing and a curse. He allows conflict and characters to determine where the novel is headed. A final fun thing about writing was seeing the joy on his wife Cheryl’s face when success came knocking. Don is grateful to his family, school and church friends for their support.

“Nine” was released on May 12 by Snow Leopard Publishing. It is currently available on their website www.snowleopardpublishing.com. Use the code King 15 to get a 20 percent discount. It is available at Amazon and Barnes and Noble.

Don M. King, a teacher at James A. Garfield Middle School in Garrettsville holding his recent book “NINE”, the first of a trilogy (still to come “Soulless” and” Faithless”).

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Almost two dozen Veterans have presently chosen the campus of Briar Hill as their home. Over the years, there have been hundreds, if not thousands, of Veterans that prefer Briar Hill Health Care Residence for their healthcare needs. We are proud to be one of the very few skilled nursing facilities selected by the

Veterans’ Administration to hold a long-term care contract for Veterans in our area. A qualifying veteran may receive long term or hospice care right here, close to friends and loved ones.

Our commitment to our Residents, including the Veterans, is to provide them the best possible care, treating them with respect, dignity and integrity while honoring their preferences. We owe our Veterans our eternal gratitude for their service and sacrifice to our country. Making sure they are well-cared for in a place they feel respected and understood is a small but powerful way to show our appreciation.

John was recently telling me about his years in the Marines. He and my father became good friends while Dad was completing short-term rehabilitation at Briar Hill. He and Dad rehashed their years in the service, each sharing their experiences. Dad was in WWII, Allied Occupied Germany, stationed in Stuttgart much of the time. John was in Vietnam. Even though they served in different times, the experiences were not so different. They feel a kinship with each other, as only servicemen and ex-servicemen can. Dad claims to always find a true brother in another Veteran.

John was seventeen years old, just two months shy of eighteen, when he enlisted in the Marines. He completed basic training at Parris Island, South Carolina, was sent to California, on to Okinawa, Japan, and finally to Vietnam. He spent much of his time there on patrol or unloading supply convoys. When discharged in 1969, he came home to look up his buddies. One friend had just been discharged from the Army but John learned that he wouldn’t be home for a few days. His friend was stopping by a music festival in Bethel, New York on his way back to Ohio. Of course, our conversation veered off John’s service years at that point and we had to talk about Woodstock! It truly was a different era.

Ron joined our conversation. His parents hung a star in the window when he enlisted, indicating they had sent their most precious possession in pursuit of freedom and justice - a son. Like John, he also served in Vietnam, was a Marine and had fantastic stories to share. Ron was a “tunnel rat.” The enemy had an extensive series of tunnels, underground headquarters, training and storage facilities, a cache of food, weapons and ammunition. It was Ron’s job to hunt them out, crawl through the tunnels, capture the enemy and destroy the tunnels. It was an incredibly dangerous job. On a lighter note, he recalls seeing the Bob Hope USO show twice while stationed abroad!

My father and I sometimes talk long into the night about his memories of Germany. Believe it or not, there are fond memories. There’s a tale about him and accomplices stealing a ham from the galley on the ship that carried them to Europe! Of buddies and travels through Europe on leave, of adventures on the trains that carried them through Europe. Funny stories about the language barrier, a dog that shared the soldiers’ candy bars, of coming home and the GI bill sending him to college. There are not-so fond memories. Of devastation, bombed out cities and people displaced from their homes. He also was just seventeen years old when he enlisted and left home.

I am fascinated by the stories that they and so many others have shared with us. Each of these brave men have given so much of their lives to our country. Not just lengths of time, in months or years, but in pieces of themselves and in ways that forever changed the path of their lives. We are all a culmination of our life experiences and observations, but in these men I see how the service and sacrifice they made for our nation has defined their beliefs. I hold them in the highest regard. We are honored and privileged to serve them at Briar Hill.

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Katie Ringenbach, new Burton Library director, beside the historical marker at the front entrance of the Burton Library. (MP Photo/Colleen Lockhart)

By Colleen Lockhart

Katie (Kathryn) Ringenbach, new director of the Burton Public Library, was given a Geauga County welcome

on May 12 at the library. The public was invited to join a “meet and greet” that was hosted by library staff and attended by members of the Board of Trustees and Friends of the Library.

A four-month search resulted in the selection of Ms. Ringenbach whose first day on the job as director was April 25. Rochelle Baker, who served as interim director during their search, said that she is happy to have the fresh ideas, enthusiasm and experience that Katie brings to the position.

Ms. Ringenbach is originally from Canton and taught special education students in New York City before earning her Master’s Degree in Library Science from the University of Michigan. During her first year out of college, she worked as a news reporter in Nome, Alaska, flying into remote areas to get her stories. When she returned home, her first job in a library was as a youth services librarian. She has worked in several areas of library management, most recently

as manager of the Rockport Branch of the Cleveland Public Library before accepting the position in Burton.

“I was pleasantly surprised by how many people came out to the meet and greet to wish me well,” Ringenbach stated, “Everyone has been so welcoming.  These first three weeks at the Burton Public Library have been a pleasure. I am so glad to be here and look forward to serving this community.”

The Burton Public Library was established by the Civic Improvement Society, an organization of Burton women, in 1910. Their mission statement is “Supporting the educational and social needs of our community.” The library found a permanent home in 1937 when it moved to its present location which is known as the Second High School. This building was built in 1884. The Library was reorganized in 1937 as a school district library and became known as the Burton Public Library.

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Bristol Summer Reading ProgramThe Bristol Public Library’s Summer Reading Program begins June 2 and continues

through July 28. “Read S’More Books” is this year’s theme for children ages three through 12th grade. Participants will earn prize drawing tickets for the Ooey, Gooey Prize Drawing by reading and attending library programs. Each time participants check out, read, and return books from the library’s collection they will write them on their reading log to earn prize drawing tickets. Three library programs are offered and bonus prize drawing tickets will be awarded for attending.

The Weekly Prize Drawing is being held again this summer. Earn one weekly prize drawing ticket each time you visit the library Monday through Friday (one ticket per person, per day). Weekly Prize Winner will be notified the following Monday. Registration has begun and is required for all programs. For information or to register, contact the Bristol Public Library, 1855 Greenville Road (44402) at 330-889-3651 or visit www.bristol-libraryoh.org.

Bristol Library Holiday Closing The Bristol Public Library will be closed Monday, May 30 in observance of the Memorial

Day Holiday.  Regular business hours resume Tuesday, May 31  at 8 a.m. The Bristol Public Library is located at 1855 Greenville Road in Bristolville (44402). Call 330-889-3651 or visit www.bristol-libraryoh.org.

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Summer Reading - Middlefield Library Kids! Like to read? Want to win prizes just for reading? Stop into the Middlefield Library to pick up a reading log and start keeping track of how much time you spend reading this

summer. Babies through children entering grade four are welcome to participate in the children’s program. Teens entering grades 5-12 are invited to join the teen summer reading program. Summer reading begins the first day of summer vacation and ends August 12. Read 10 hours and submit your completed reading log by August 12 and get a free paperback book! Enter to win other fun prizes, too. Don’t forget to join us for fun programs and activities all summer long. Registration is required for summer reading activities. Ready, Set, READ! Please call the Middlefield Library, 16167 E. High St., at 632-1961, or visit www.geaugalibrary.net.

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Lapsit Baby StorytimeNewborn - 18 months, with caregiverWiggle and giggle with your baby through stories, songs and rhymes and plant the seeds of reading readiness. For newborns through 18 months, but with a focus on pre-walkers, including lap bounces, foot patting and face rhymes. Stay to play following the program.Fridays 11 a.m. June 10 - Aug. 12.

Toddle on Over Toddler StorytimeAges 18-36 months, with caregiverJoin us for 30 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes.Tuesdays 10 a.m. June 7 - Aug. 9.Thursdays 11 a.m.: June 9 - Aug. 11.

Preschool StorytimeAges 3-5Thirty minutes of stories, songs and fun. Parents are welcome to attend or browse the library.Wednesdays 10 a.m. June 8 - Aug. 10.Thursdays 10 a.m. June 9 - Aug. 11.

Young and the Restless Family StorytimeAges 2 and olderA noisy, interactive story program for families with active children.Mondays 7 p.m. June 6 - Aug. 8.Tuesdays 11 a.m. June 7 – Aug. 9.

Preschool Tinkerlab SeriesAges 3 - 5, with caregiverJoin us for a series of playful programs that encourage tinkering, curiosity, and creativity.  Fridays at 10 a.m.  June 10: Play ball July 8: Swim, fishy, swim (fun with water)August 5: Obstacle courses

Ready, Set, PlayFamily, all agesSaturday, June 11 at 1 p.m.We’ll kick off the summer reading program with some life-size games.

Global GamesEntering K - 4 Tuesday June 14 at 3 p.m.From Mancala to Pass the Parcel, learn about games kids play around the world.

Minute to Win it LEGO ChallengeEntering K - 4Thursday June 23 at 7 p.m.Join us for some mini building challenges with LEGOS.

Family Board Game Mash-UpFamily, all agesSaturday July 9 at 1 p.m.We’ll revamp some tired, old “bored” games by swapping pieces, rewriting rules, and reinventing them into something that’s fun again.

The Great RaceEntering K - 4Thursday July 14 at 1 p.m.

Inspired by The Tortoise and the Hare, we’ll have all kinds of fast-paced fun.

Madcap Puppets: Monsters of BaseballFamily, all agesWednesday, July 20, 1 p.m. at Newbury AuditoriumJoin us for our annual summer reading finale as Madcap Puppets present “Monsters of Baseball.” Enjoy an interactive show with their puppets celebrating America’s favorite past time. See back cover for more information.

Fuel Your EngineEntering K - 4Tuesday July 26 at 1 p.m.Healthy snacks keep your body running. We’ll read a story, play a game, and of course, make a healthy snack.

Flight ClubEntering K - 4Tuesday Aug. 2 at 3 p.m.From world record-breaking paper airplanes to parachutes, explore the world of extreme flying.

Geauga WORK Out Celebration at Observatory ParkFamily, all agesSystem-wide eventFriday, Aug. 12 at 7 p.m.Celebrate a night at Observatory Park with Geauga County Public Library and fellow participants. Join the Geauga Park District for a 7 p.m. astronomy presentation at the Robert McCullough Science Center. From 8 to 9 p.m. enjoy live music and refreshments. Take a space walk with activities along the way! Also, check out the Bookmobile throughout the night. Don’t forget to enter to win a three-month membership at Geauga Family YMCA.  Finally, stay after the celebration to view the Perseid meteor shower. Put on your dancing shoes; the Chardon Polka Band performs from 8 to 9 p.m.

Programs for Teens Registration Required

Gamemaking 101Grades 5 - 12Wednesdays June, 15, 22, 29 at 3 p.m., In this three-part series, we’ll learn how to design our own video games from the initial idea to the final blips on the screen.Session 1:  What’s in a game?Session 2:  Sprites and costumesSession 3:  Coding your gameMr. Lemoncello’s Great Library Escape GameGrades 5 - 12Wednesday July 13 at 3 p.m.We’re recreating the fun of Chris Grabenstein’s Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library. Enjoy a Lemoncello-style library scavenger hunt with your friends.

Ready, Set, Win it!Grades 5 - 12Wednesday Aug. 3 at 3 p.m.See how many minute-long challenges you can complete in this sports-themed minute-to-win-it program.

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Students in Robotics CompetitionThe application warned, “Serious inquiries only,” and after all of the applications and

teacher recommendations were reviewed, just five middle school students were left standing to be part of the first-ever ROBObots team. Sixth-grade students John A., Brenden S., and Colby T., and seventh-graders Jacob K. and John P. spent the majority of the second school semester creating a combat robot from scratch.

Part of the Alliance for Working Together (AWT) foundation, the ROBObots project was a pilot program for schools across northeast Ohio this year. Under the leadership of Cardinal classroom aide, Christine Schroeter, along with other faculty and community volunteers, students on the team followed the National Robotics League guidelines for designing and building their machine. The hands-on effort helped students gain practical knowledge of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) skills essential for manufacturing.

After weeks of learning, building, and practicing, the Cardinal Middle School robotics team competed in the AWT ROBObots Combat Competition at Lakeland Community College on Saturday, April 30. The team battled LaMuth Middle School from the Painesville area in the single-elimination tournament. Despite a strong showing, they did not advance. “Our robot took some hard hits to the blade under it, but other than that, we didn’t even have a scratch,” said team advisor Christine Schroeter. “Our team worked hard, I’m extremely proud of their efforts and their growth since the start of this program.”

Cardinal has received a grant to continue the program at the middle school next year with the possibility of implementing a robotics club at the high school level as well.

Along with Schroeter, adult volunteers included Cardinal teachers Joe Sherman, Greg Cicero, and Dave Bronson; retired Cardinal teacher, Mike Cunningham; local EMT, Courtney Schroeter; and district consultant Claire Zurbuch.

Grandparents Visit SchoolsDozens of proud grandparents filled the hallways of Jordak and Cardinal Intermediate

Schools on Thursday, May 5 and Friday, May 6 for Grandparents Day! Students and their grandparents enjoyed breakfast, professional photos, a tour of the buildings and classrooms, and shopped at the book and plant sales in the Jordak gym. Thanks to the Cardinal PTA for their hard work in organizing the event, and to all of our grandparents who took time visit. We hope you enjoyed your morning!

Classes Attend International Film FestivalCardinal High School foreign language students recently took an interesting field trip to the Cleveland International Film

Festival (CIFF)’s FilmSlam. FilmSlam aims to educate students about evaluating and critiquing messages they perceive while viewing films. Students watched several short films, in either French or Spanish, and took notes paying close attention to cultural differences. Students then had to write a film review in the target language describing the movie, and discussing cinematography, music and the sustainability of the film to American audiences. We’re told students enjoyed the experience and the assignment challenge!

The Cardinal Middle School ROBObots team competed in the AWT ROBObots Combat Competition April 30 at Lakeland Community College. (l-r) Lead instructor, Christine Schroeter, John A., Jacob K., John P., instructor Courtney Schroeter, Colby T., Brenden S. and teacher Joe Sherman. (MP Photo/CSD)

A photographer with Lifetouch poses Natalie, Abigail, and Emma S., with their grandfather for a photograph on Grandparents Day. (MP Photo/CSD)

CHS foreign language students attend the Cleveland International Film Festival’s FilmSlam for an assignment on writing a film review. (MP Photo/CSD)

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Cardinal Middle School students attended the The University of Akron STEM Fair April 30, 2016. Here, some students are learning how to make electromagnetic motors with engineers from GE. (MP Photo/CSD)

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Members of the CVC Honors band. (front row, l to r) Jocelyn B., Michelle M., Aidan W. and Kathryn D. (back row, l to r) Morgan S., Faith P., Ella R., Korey V., Mitchel S., Anna A., Megan M., and Abby M. (MP Photo/CSD)

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A friend recently invited me to accompany her to her exercise

classes after hearing I exercise nearly every day. She told me how the class worked so well for her because

if she missed it, everyone asked where she was the next time and she had to offer a good explanation to be excused by her peers. She enjoyed the camaraderie of the classes and having the routines figured out for her, and she always looked forward to getting up and out and going to her sessions.

Although I enjoy her company, I declined because I know what works for me. I have walk aerobic tapes and I regularly do two to five miles. They work for me because I don’t have to get dressed, accessorize, put on makeup and drive somewhere just to exercise. I also know how much I can accomplish in just the half hour to 45 minutes travel time an outside program would demand. Besides, I am a talker, so would probably have to tack on another half hour or so for all the chit chat. I am happier staying home, plugging in a CD, throwing on a sports bra and shorts and doing my routine in private. When I’m finished, I just jump in the shower and go on with my day.

That is the secret to succeeding with an exercise program - doing what works for you. I know I am not going to get down on the floor to do sit ups or pushups. I have never cared for calisthenics and doing them at home, I would have two dogs and a cat nose running over me the entire time. I have considered yoga but there are times my mind doesn’t want to relax. My walk aerobics are so great for me because I don’t have to think beyond concentrating on having the correct posture and holding in my stomach. My mind wanders and before I know it, my routine is done and I can feel good about myself.

I also take the dogs for walks around our property every day and try to log in at least a couple of miles. This exercise routine

cannot be ignored because the dogs look forward to getting out, stretching their legs and being with me. They bug me constantly if it’s past the time for their walk. If, for some reason, they do not get out any given day, they are antsy in the evening and do not seem to rest as well at night. Although we don’t always recognize our need for exercise, the response of the dogs shows that exercise is needed and that it ultimately relaxes us.

So, no, I will not being buying new yoga pants in which to attend classes. I will just pull on my old jean shorts and hop around in front of my television set to get my daily exercise. Because that is what works for me. It does no good to pay for classes you won’t attend, nor is it wise to just decide to buy exercise CDs, thinking you will probably use them. Go to the library and borrow some tapes to find what works for you. Get out and join in with a group if that’s what will keep you motivated. Do whatever it takes. Just find that perfect routine for you and stick with it. You’ll have more energy, sleep better at night and will have the bragging rights of someone who regularly gets off the couch to exercise.

Christina Grand Porter is a novelist who lives in Huntsburg with her husband and two dogs.

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In Memoriam

Donnie F. Thrasher, 87 Troy, passed away May 11, 2016 at UH-Geauga Medical Center. He was born in Titusville, Penn. to the late Donald F. and Reva (Daugherty) Thrasher on Jan. 17, 1929. He retired as a carryall driver for Ronyak Paving Company and then enjoyed serving as an Amish Taxi Driver. He was a longtime member of the N.E.O. American Trucks Historical Society and the Historical Engine Society which met in Burton. Donnie enjoyed truck club meetings and also spending time with his beloved family and friends.

He will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 15 years, Deborah (Morris) Thrasher; children, Bill (Karen) Thrasher, Donna (Geoff) Barres, Chris (Douglas) Zeigler, Brad Hill; sister-in-law, Janet (David) Hatcher; grandchildren, Matt (Sarah) Thrasher, Morgan (Chris Love) Barres, Casey Zeigler; great-grandchildren, Evelyn and Collin; and many friends. Donnie is preceded in death by: his parents, second wife, Jean (Morton) Thrasher; daughter Janet Thrasher; and brothers, Jacob Thrasher and Donald Thrasher.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Donnie’s memory are requested to be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000 Dept 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908. Online condolences may be sent and a tribute video viewed at www.bestfunerals.com.

Elmer C. Weaver, 90 of Parkman, passed away peacefully May 12, 2016 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Parkman on May 1, 1926 to the late Harry S. and Mary Ann (Mast) Weaver. Elmer is now reunited with his wife, Emma N. (Miller) Weaver, who died in 2007. He was a self-employed carpenter and enjoyed weaving rugs on his loom. He was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.

He will be missed by his children, Irvin (Marie) Weaver, Betty (Mervin) Byler, Nancy (Joe) Troyer, Marie Weaver; 35 grandchildren; 108 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; three brothers; one sister; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Elmer is preceded in death by: his loving wife of 59 years, Emma; his parents; two grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; five brothers and two sisters.

Elmer’s final resting place is in Weaver Cemetery, Parkman. Online condolences may be sent to www.bestfunerals.com.

Helen Watts Hopkins, 90, passed away May 6, 2016, at Briar Hill in Middlefield, Ohio. She was born April 12, 1926 in Loudon, Tennessee, a daughter of the late Arthur Franklin Watts and Mary Harvey Watts. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Hopkins; two sisters, Agnes Watts of Loudon, Tenn. and Juanita Watts Custead of Knoxville, Tenn., and one niece Jane Custead; also of Knoxville, Tenn.

Born and raised in Loudon, Tenn.; she met her husband, Richard Hopkins, when they were both working on the Manhattan Project during WWII. After marrying, they relocated to Pennsylvania where they started a family. Later, they would settle in Chardon. She was a homemaker who enjoyed her family and her times as a volunteer at the Geauga Community Hospital and then later, at the Burton Public Library in Burton.

Helen is survived by her two loving sons, David Hopkins of Richmond, Va. and Chris Hopkins, and wife Wendy, of Burton, her nephew Robert (Carol) Custead of Loudon and her niece Susan Custead of Houston, Texas; as well as seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Following her wishes, her ashes will be scattered in the Smoky Mountain National Park in Tennessee. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.russellslyfh.com

James “Jim” M. Cook, 76 of Middlefield, entered eternal rest May 12, 2016 at UH-Geauga Medical Center. He was born April 19, 1940 to the late Richard C. and Marvel (Hatch) Cook. He married Nancy Grubham Nov. 19, 1983.

He was always active in and serving the community. Jim was a volunteer at the Middlefield Fire Department for over 40 years. He was also a member of Village Lodge #274 F&AM and also the Order of Eastern Star Crescent Chapter #7. Jim may be remembered as the chicken cooker at the former Middlefield Swiss Cheese Festival or for his service in the OES Food Booth at the Geauga County Fair. He further

enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family and friends.Jim will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 33 years, Nancy; children, Darrell Cook,

Dean Cook, Darrin (Dina) Cook, Meghan (Book) Chrobak; six grandchildren; brothers, Charles (Annette) Cook, Richard (Judy) Cook; and many nieces, nephews and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Jane Ann Cook.

Merle “Curly” J. Bryson, 92 of Middlefield passed away May 8, 2016 at Briar Hill Nursing Home. He was born Nov. 9, 1923 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to the late William and Clara M. (Kuddes) Bryson. Merle served in the US Air Force during W.W. II. He worked for TRW and retired in 1988 after 42 years of work.

He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 54 years, Lenora “Bo” (Collins) Bryson. daughter, Penny Amato of Bristolville, sons, Merle (Marcia) Bryson Jr. of Middlefield, Michael Bryson of Jefferson, Chester Sulek of Geneva, 12 Grandchildren, and 14 great grandchildren. Besides his parents he was preceded by a sister, Mary Bryson, brothers, Donald, Ken Bryson, and one granddaughter Shea.

Memorial donations can be made to Grace Hospice, 16600 Sprague Road # 90, Cleveland, OH 44130. Condolences and memories can be shared at www.russellslyfh.com.

Nina L. Hess (nee Martin), 89 of Chardon (formerly a 50-year resident of Overlook Road in Painesville), passed away peacefully May 16, 2016 at Heather Hill Care Communities. She was born in Lamberts Run, W. Va, on July 13, 1926 to the late Russell and Nina (Shreve) Martin. Nina is now reunited with her loving husband, Robert Hess, who died in 2008. She enjoyed spending her time outdoors; cooking, gardening, camping, and fishing with her family.

She will be greatly missed by daughter, Sandie (William) Hess-Horton of Chardon; grandsons, David Molyneux Jr. of Perry, Joe (fiancee Amanda Angus) Molyneux of Leroy; first cousins, Lee Martin of Hepzibah, W.Va.; Betty Haney of Clarksburg, W.Va.; and many friends. Nina is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Robert; daughter, Robin Molyneux-Ondo; and three brothers.

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Memorial Day Activities in HuntsburgThe Memorial Day observance in Huntsburg will be held on Monday, May 30 with

the parade forming at 10:15 a.m. behind the school building and marching out at 10:30 a.m. Services will be held in the Huntsburg Memorial Park at the Corner of Routes 322 and 528 immediately after the parade. The Huntsburg Historical Society will address the audience and Huntsburg Grange #2541 will serve free hot dogs to veterans. Food will be available for a donation for the general public. Canned goods and non-perishable items will be collected by the Grange to help local families. 

Huntsburg Memorial Day 2016One to Remember

By Ty Pilarczyk, president Huntsburg Historical Society

Parkman Historical Restores Stones

It is hard to believe it is almost here. For months, our

dedicated members have been persistently planning and working for this very moment. Memorial Day 2016 will be the biggest

day yet for the H u n t s b u r g H i s t o r i c a l Society, and we hope you can come be a part of it.

The day will begin at 10:30 a.m., as it has for so many y e a r s , w i t h our traditional parade and Memorial Day C e r e m o n y . However, this year comes with a special twist: a dedication ceremony for a veteran that, for over 150 years, has never received proper r e c o g n i t i o n . Through the efforts of society trustee Carl Seliskar, Mr. William J. Armstrong, an African-American Civil War Veteran buried

in an unmarked grave, will be honored with a dedication ceremony and an official headstone, compliments of the United States of America. Carl and other society members will be making sure all our buried veterans are also given proper recognition with new veteran markers. The sheer number of Huntsburg men who served will prove to be a humbling sight.

As if that is not enough, the dedication will be followed by the grand opening of the new Huntsburg H i s t o r y M u s e u m . Here, you will be able to view donated artifacts that date right back to the very b e g i n n i n g s of our town. From sports to fashion to music, we have two rooms of displays that exhibit the many facets of our rich H u n t s b u r g heritage.

Make sure to plan a visit to Huntsburg for Memorial Day - it will

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Official United States headstone obtained for Mr. William J. Armstrong, Huntsburg Civil War Veteran. (MP Photo/Ty Pilarczyk)

Historical Huntsburg Parkman’s Past

Dale Komandt, president of the Parkman Historical Society leaned against the cleaned and restored grave of Henry Parkman, family member of Robert Parkman founder of Parkman Ohio. Robert’s grave is the front left.

A stone in the lower cemetery in Parkman that still needs some cleaning.

The Parkman Historical Society has taken on the effort of restoring and cleaning the dated and worn-looking headstones in the oldest cemetery in Parkman located on Nelson Parkman Road just south of the light in Parkman. This historical cemetery is located on a scenic hill and holds the grave of Parkman’s founder Robert Parkman and family. “We are hoping to have the funds to clean and restore all of the headstones,” said Dale Komandt, cemetery sexton and president of the Parkman Historical Society. The Society hired Stonehugger Cemetery Restoration Inc. to handle the refurbishment.

There is opportunity to give to this effort. Mail checks to Dale Komandt at P.O. Box 552 Parkman, Ohio, 44080.Memorial Day will be celebrated in Parkman beginning at Overlook Cemetery. The township trustees will honor Paul Wayne Komandt, Vietnam veteran and 29 years as Parkman Fire chief. Komandt’s wife and family will receive a plaque of appreciation

and a record of his life will be read. The parade will follow and march to the memorial in the center of town and the Cub Scout Pack 4076 will raise the flag, then all will march to lower cemetery.

(right) Despite the drizzle, Cub Scout Pack 4076 assisted Parkman sexton Dale Komandt with placing flags at the Veterans graves in Overlook Cemetery on May 21.

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and other conditions for which they would be receiving care they need, deserve, and have earned if they were here in the US. Many were here legally when they enlisted.

Certain cases are particularly frustrating. One young man, Daniel, was from a family that came here legally and overstayed their visa. For him, the US was his home and he wanted to serve. Since he was here undocumented his only option was to lie, and produce a fake birth certificate. He became a US Marine, and served a combat tour in Iraq. Later his fake document came back to haunt him. He was deported, and has been living in Tijuana. He is one of the many faces served by The Bunker.

His is just one story among many, with wide ranging reasons for deportation. I never served in any branch of our military, but as a patriot this issue frustrates me. I count several US Marines as friends (one performed my wedding while wearing a sombrero in southern Ohio). I know that to them “Once a Marine, Always a Marine” is a sacred promise of brotherhood. That raises a conundrum: How can that young man who carried a rifle in Iraq be a Marine and not be an American? We did not meet

Veterans Honored May 30By Colleen Lockhart

A Memorial Day observance in honor of all Geauga County veterans who lost their lives while serving in the country’s armed forces will be held at the Geauga County Veterans Memorial on May 30 at 9:30 a.m. with guest speaker, color guard, and benediction by Chaplain Tony Stoltari.

The Geauga County Veterans Memorial was dedicated Nov. 8, 2009 in memory of all Geauga County veterans, from the Revolutionary War to present day, who served honorably in war and in peace. The memorial is located in Claridon on the south side of Ravenwood Drive, across from the hospital and in front of the Senior Center. The Geauga County Veterans Memorial committee, under the direction of Paul Newman, raised more than $500,000 to pay for the memorial.

This unique memorial consists of tall obelisk, flags representing all branches of the military and six rectangular bluestone boulders.  Metal plaques inscribed with veterans’ names are mounted on the six boulders. Each of their names are listed on the Monument- over 12,500 names so far. The Memorial was designed by architect and veteran, Anthony Paskevich. Although the committee is no longer accepting requests for memorial bricks, names will continue to be added to the metal plaques.

Geauga County All Veterans Memorial in Claridon. (MP Photo/Colleen Lockhart)

it was liberated. John shared that if the Germans had not taken on the Russians, Germany could have won. He hopes our youngsters realize what all our veterans have gone through in all the wars so they are able to enjoy the freedom they have today.

Billie lived in Cleveland while John was serving in the Army, sharing rides with four other women going to work at Chase Brass. She wrote two or three letters every evening, paying six cents for every stamp and then waited for John’s letters that came in batches. The day the D-Day Invasion started, usually noisy with chatter among the workers, all that was heard in the Chase Brass factory was the thump, thump, thump of the machinery. No one talked, they just worked harder to help supply ammunition for the Army.

John and Billie have spoken about their experiences during World War II on many occasions, providing items from that era for

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Daniel Torres that day. We did meet Hector, who I promised I would tell this story to as many people as would listen.

It’s a complicated issue, but sometimes kids know the most simple answer. Alex, age 10, says these Veterans should be allowed to come home.

Epilogue: Since we made that visit in March Daniel Torres, USMC, was granted a five-year Visa by the American Consulate in Tijuana. He walked across the border to what he considers his home country on April 20. On April 21 his appeal was heard by US Immigration Services, and Daniel was granted his citizenship under a WWII law that states any person who serves honorably for three years in time of conflict shall be granted citizenship regardless of status or place of residence. He is now both a Marine and an American. Hector Barajas and many other US Veterans are still working through various appeal processes. Daniel Torres, may the USA be Semper Domi. Hector, and all the rest, may you come home soon.

Matthew Mesarchik is a lifelong Geauga County resident currently living in Middlefield.

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educate audiences about what the world was like during that time. The book, “Forever A Soldier” is available at the Middlefield Library and contains a story titled “John Sudyk: The Soldier of 10,000 Rounds” on pages 28 through 34.

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John Sudyk’s Army photo 1942. (MP Photo/John Sudyk)

John Sudyk standing next to German aircraft shot down by his battalion. (MP Photo/John Sudyk)

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Memorial Day EventsMay 30: Middlefield Parade and CeremonyLineup for all community members in the parade at the Middlefield Fire Department parking lot at noon. Participating children are encouraged to decorate their bikes. March to the cemetery where a ceremony will be conducted by Middlefield’s VFW.

May 30: Huntsburg Memorial Day Observance The parade will form at 10:15 a.m. behind the school building and march out at 10:30 a.m. Services will be held in the Huntsburg Memorial Park at the Corner of Routes 322 and 528 immediately after the parade. The Huntsburg Historical Society will address the audience and Huntsburg Grange #2541 will serve free hot dogs to Veterans. Food will be available for a donation to the general public. Canned goods and non-perishable items will be collected by the Grange to help local families.  

May 30: Parkman Memorial Day Observance Memorial Day will be celebrated in Parkman beginning at Overlook Cemetery. Following the ceremony at 9 a.m. a parade will march to the memorial in the center of town to raise the flag and then march to lower cemetery.

May 29: Auburn Memorial Day Parade and ServiceAssemble at New Hope Christian Fellowship Church (the former Auburn School) on Washington St. Color Guard marches to Maple Shade Cemetery at 9 a.m. for a ceremony with vocalists, prayers, Laying of the Wreath, bagpiper, reading of names, Volley, and Taps. The Color Guard marches to Shadyside Cemetery at approximately 10 a.m. for a dedication ceremony, Invocation, lowering and folding of the American flag, raising of the American and POW/MIA flags, raising of Armed Services flag, bagpiper, guest speaker, Volley, and Taps.

May 30: Burton Memorial Day Service11:30 a.m. at Burton Square Gazebo. Followed by open house at American Legion House, 14052, Goodwin St., Burton. Call Lee 440-487-8599.

May 30: Chardon Geauga County Veterans Memorial9:30 a.m. Memorial Day observance in honor of all Geauga County veterans who lost their lives serving in the country’s armed forces. Guest speaker, color guard, and benediction by Chaplain Tony Stoltari. At the Geauga County Veterans Memorial in Claridon on the south side of Ravenwood Drive, across from the hospital and in front of the Senior Center.

May 30: Munson Memorial Day Ceremony8:30 a.m. at Maple Hill Cemetery 13480 Auburn Road, at the corner of Auburn and Butternut Roads (44026).

May 30: Newbury ServicesThe Newbury Legion Post 663 and its Commander Ken Hunter will host Memorial Day Services at 10:30 a.m. at the Newbury School Auditorium. Everyone is welcome to this indoor program that honors veterans past and present.

June 1: Medicare Presentation6:30 to 8 p.m. Accurate, unbiased Medicare details from trained staff. Department on Aging Memorial Pavilion, 12555 Ravenwood Dr. Chardon. Call 440-279-2130, week days from 8 a.m. to until 4:30 p.m. to register.

June 3: Cybersecurity Today7:30 to 9 a.m. Free program on combating cyber espionage. Kent State University Geauga 14111 Claridon Troy Road, Burton. Register at https://cyber-security-jun3.eventbrite.com.

June 4: Legion Golf OutingSign in 10:30 a.m., outing 11 a.m. Pleasant Hills Golf Course. Call Bruce 440-548-5155 for details.

June 4: Troy Contra DanceLesson 6:30 p.m. Dance 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Adult $10, youth $5, family $25. Live folk music by band “Mr. Haney”. Troy Community House,13950 Main Market Road / Route 422, Burton (44021).

June 8 and 15: Strategic Mindset WorkshopTo help company leaders change the way they approach business strategies. Newbury Business Park Executive Center, Newbury. Fee: $229 (GGP members $199). A minimum number of participants is needed to hold this workshop. To register contact info@geaugagrowth.com or 440-564-1060.

June 12: Caveman Crawl7 a.m. At West Woods, 9465 Kinsman Road, Russell. Roy 440-773-4220.

June 14 to 16: The Wonders of Watersheds WorkshopActivities, inquiry, outdoor investigations, and peer teaching. Each participant will receive Project Wet, Project WILD Aquatic, Project Learning Tree, and Exploring Streams curriculum guides. Register at geaugaswcd.com, gprunty@geaugaswcd.com or 440-834-1122 by May 27.

June 17: Entrepreneur Success Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. registration; 8 to 9 a.m. program/Q&A. Speaker Mark Pollari of Burton Station Fixtures. Register now for this Free program at https://success_breakfast_jun17.eventbrite.com

June 17: Spring Conference, Everything Counts - Prevention to Treatment8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Hosted by Geauga County Board of Mental Health and Recovery Services $20 for workshops, Continental Breakfast, and Awards Luncheon. At Punderson State Park and Conference Center, 11755 Kinsman Road, Newbury. Call 440-285-2282 to register.

June 17: Lunch and Learn11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free lunch and discussion of the healing power of music. At Blossom Hill Health Care, 12496 Princeton Road, Huntsburg. Register by calling Chagrin Falls Senior Center, 440-247-8510.

Thought Provoking Church Signs By Colleen Lockhart

You may have noticed the messages on the Church’s sign at St. Lucy Mission on your drive through Middlefield on Kinsman Road. Whether you are a regular churchgoer, or a passer-by, this type of message sign can be viewed at other church’s in Geauga County as well as across America at churches large and small, and of every denomination.

Father John Burkley is the man responsible for the messages at St. Lucy Mission. He said, “I usually look for them when reading or in a number of books I have accumulated over the years. I try not to be too “cute”, but would like to provoke a reaction. One of my favorites has been one I had there and at St. Edward in Parkman ‘Silence is golden; but sometimes it is just plain yellow!’ Someone stopped in Parkman and commented on that one. I became interested when I lived at St. Gregory in South Euclid. The Christian Science Church that used to be on Mayfield Road had a clever sign all the time. I swear some were from tea bags, but they were very effective. We change them when possible or necessary. It’s not always easy to plan. They become stale quickly.”

Father John Burkley came to SS Edward Lucy Parish on Oct. 15, 2001, and can be contacted at 440-548-3812 or through the Parish office at kt@simcon.net. Father Burkley attended Borromeo Seminary High School and College and St. Mary Seminary. He was ordained a priest on May 30, 1970. Father John served the parishes of St. Cosmas and St. Damian in Twinsburg, St. Jerome and St. Catherine in Cleveland, St. Francis of Assisi in Gates Mills, St. Gregory the Great in South Euclid and St. Robert in Euclid.

By Roger Kruse

Notice anything n e w a n d d i f f e r e n t

lately? How about snow in mid-May or so many Amish friends r i d i n g s c o o t e r s ? It seems like the apps on my phone

are constantly introducing new updates. Change is always happening. None of us can stop it. The historical photos published in the Middlefield Post fascinate me. So much was different 100, 50 or even 20 years ago. Many of us can already look back on our lives and attest to many changes. Bob Dylan was right when he sang, “The times they are a changin’.”

How do you feel about change? Do you try to hold on to what you know best, endeavoring to stay safe in a familiar comfort zone? Or maybe you are okay with new things and view them as an exciting challenge. You subscribe to the mantra, “a change is gonna do me good!”

Of course, changes pertaining to our health, marriage and family, jobs and income, etc. can bring uncertainty and anxiety. Change can be intrusive and throw us off balance. We search for answers to our questions and solutions to our problems. Sometimes we get stuck in circumstances that seem all wrong. We may feel unfairly treated, confused, angry, and trapped without any way to escape.

There is, however, one reality that never changes. That would be God. He stands above time and beyond the changes that affect our lives. His character always

remains the same. The Bible says that “there is no variation of shadow due to change” in our heavenly Father. His love is from “everlasting to everlasting.” Even when we are faithless, the Lord remains faithful.

As we look to God for strength and help in our personal seasons of change we should be encouraged by this truth. God is not moody or capricious. We can count on his sameness. The many promises he has given us in his Word, the Bible, are true. They make faith strong, bringing comfort to our heart and peace to our mind. Jesus said, “Heaven and earth will pass away but my words won’t wear out.” In other words, you can count on what our Savior says being true. After all, Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.

Let me encourage you to take some time each day to read the Bible. As you are reminded of what God says and encouraged by His promises, you will receive a blessing. Wisdom will enter your heart, hope will spring up in your soul and God’s light will

guide your path as you journey your way through the many changes of life.

Roger Kruse experiences change in a dramatic way every time he travels to India. As a result he finds himself trusting God more than ever. Change leads us to the One whose love never changes. Jesus is the Rock of Ages.

“After all, Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever”

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