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04/15/2026

KOCO 5 Field Meteorologist Michael Armstrong shows a KC-135 refueling tanker that was damaged during an Iranian strike arriving at Tinker Air Force Base for repairs. | Click here for more: https://tinyurl.com/4txf3p54

04/14/2026

Sure is needed!

Most people leave school with years of knowledge, yet still feel unprepared for everyday life.

While traditional education focuses on academic subjects, many of the skills we actually use as adults are rarely taught in a classroom.

Understanding taxes, insurance, and personal finance is essential, yet many people learn these through trial and error.

Knowing how to manage money, avoid debt, and plan for the future can make a significant difference in long-term stability and peace of mind.

These are not advanced topics. They are basic life skills that affect nearly every decision we make.

Practical abilities like basic home repair and simple survival skills are equally important.

Knowing how to fix small problems, handle unexpected situations, or take care of your environment builds confidence and independence.

These skills reduce reliance on others and help people feel more capable in their daily lives.

Communication is another area that deserves more attention. Social etiquette and public speaking are not just about being polite or confident in front of a crowd.

They shape how we build relationships, navigate opportunities, and express ourselves clearly. Strong communication skills can open doors that technical knowledge alone cannot.

Equally important is learning how to manage stress and protect personal well-being. Life brings pressure, uncertainty, and challenges that no textbook can fully prepare you for.

Teaching people how to cope with stress, regulate emotions, and maintain balance is just as valuable as any academic subject.

Self-defense is another overlooked skill that can improve awareness, confidence, and personal safety. It is not about fear, but about being prepared and knowing how to respond if needed.

Education should not only prepare people to pass exams. It should prepare them to live.

When schools include practical, real-world skills alongside traditional subjects, they help create individuals who are not only knowledgeable, but also capable, confident, and ready for the realities of everyday life.

05/16/2024

Still working to take stage 4 Prostate cancer down to remission….metastasizing to the ribs and spine have prolonged the fight but I am ahead of it and I still refuse to go the chemotherapy route! Blood tests and cancer markers are the lowest yet.
Feeling better than I have in years, now all I need to do is get off these darn hormone blockers !

Hello friends,I have not abandoned this blog, I have just been working hard to heal our bodies and prefer not to bore you with too many posts. Dave and I are in Park City, UT on a new healing adventure but I thought I would first update you about the new therapies we have added this past year.This i...

11/16/2022

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03/14/2019

Everyone should look in their yards for loose shingles... if you find any they may or may not be yours. Call a reputable/local roofing contractor to inspect your roof. Saw this one on my way home today.

03/03/2019

01/17/2019

Something to think about.

Carbon Monoxide detectors have been in the news a lot lately and with good reason. Given that the gas is colorless, odorless and can kill you while you sleep are all good enough reasons for me to pay attention. The building codes themselves require them, and in addition, many states have made laws r...

09/25/2018

Who ever would have thought water & electricity went together...!

09/24/2018

How secure is your garage door?

Garage doors are traditionally weak links in garage security, giving thieves easy access to your home. Use these garage door locks tips