There have been times in my life that I have needed to stand up to opposition, and to those who, it appears, don’t have my best interests at heart. Sometimes I have needed to stand for something that I know is not popular. These are not easy times, but there is one thing that gives me a sense of courage …

I hate shopping, unless it is in Cabela’s. When I do go shopping for something I need, I make a mental list in my mind before entering the store. I try to map out my trip through the aisles of the store to avoid wasting time in the clothing section, or the make-up area, or the underwear areas. I like …