What About A Character Reset? By Al Sikes
“Abraham Lincoln’s humility was the foundation of his leadership. It allowed him to put his ego aside, appoint his harshest political rivals to his cabinet, and continuously learn on the job. He took responsibility for others’ failures, shared credit, and openly acknowledged his own misjudgments.” Psychology Today Is there anyone in or out of […]
When Three Just Isn’t Enough by Jamie Kirkpatrick
A little more than six years ago, I decided to write a novel. That book, “This Salted Soil,” came out just about the same time as COVID did—good timing, huh? But then this happened: I decided I really liked the protagonist of that book: a young Irish journalist named Declan Shaw who got caught […]
Fur Your Consideration: Meet Piper and Sassy S’more
Each week, The Spy partners with Baywater Animal Rescue to feature animals looking for a second chance. These profiles spotlight the personalities, quirks, and stories behind the cats and dogs waiting for adoption. Meet your next companion. Meet Piper, a 4½-month-old mixed-breed puppy with a heart as big as her adorable puppy-dog eyes! This sweet […]
Do Good Fences Make Good Neighbors? by Maria Grant
Lately some discussions with friends and relatives have centered around issues that bother them in their neighborhoods. Some complaints are simply minor pet peeves. Others involve safety, noise, and following the law. Even though I am fortunate to have some spectacular neighbors, I decided to research the topic. My research has revealed that being […]
The Kennedy Center is Liberated! By J. E. Dean
Donald J. Trump has thrown in the towel on his fight to turn the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts into a monument to himself. It is time for everyone who cherishes the arts to celebrate. Federal District Court Judge Christopher Cooper issued a temporary injunction ordering the removal of Trump’s […]
Sharing Stories of the Chesapeake: Chesapeake Homelands Project Kicks Off
Adkins Arboretum and Beech Works are excited to announce the first offerings from Chesapeake Homelands, a new project that shares stories from the diverse Indigenous cultures that make up the Chesapeake Bay region. The project will contribute to a more complete narrative of the Chesapeake Bay’s storied landscape by presenting conversations focused on the stories, history, and […]