Opinions

Dear Editor:

The Ennis News has long urged citizens to make every effort, even going out of one’s way to support local businesses.

Denny Zager and Rick Evans formed a band in the 1960’s and had only big song. But it was huge. It was a futuristic warning about what technology and medicine could do in the single, “In the Year 2525.”

In recent weeks, I have been reflecting on the unprecedented challenges that our community and our team at Ennis Regional Medical Center have faced as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. More specifically, I’ve been intentionally looking for every possible silver lining in a time when – let’s face it – we all need some positive news. We are always seeking new ways to enhance how we care for our community and advance our mission of Making Communities Healthier. I truly believe that adversity is one of the greatest paths to improvement, and improving is exactly what we have done despite the difficult circumstances. And the truth is: there are silver linings everywhere.

The Ennis News has long urged citizens to make every effort, even going out of one’s way to support local businesses.

I’ve heard it all about the place and the wonderful results of visiting there. No, not Aruba, Bora Bora or Maldives. Try Twinkle Toes, yep, the pedicure promise land.

The bird’s name was Perry Como. He belonged to a little red-headed girl in Central Florida who loved him dearly. When she was eight years old, however, he flew the coop.

Of all the Sunday sermons for men, none are as tough on their ears and hearts than what is commonly spoken on Fathers Day. They might as well stay at home than listen to those gloomy, guiltridden messages on the third Sunday in June. Why is that?

Having been born on Juneteenth has always brought a sense of pride to me. My mother taught me about the history and significance of the 1865 day in Galveston. What people in Texas did not know was that on Sept. 22, 1862, President Abraham Lincoln, in his Emancipation Proclamation speech, had freed enslaved people in the Confederate States.