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Next weekend commemorates another Memorial Day. It is the official "kickoff" to many seasons. Memorial Day weekend is the official start of the summer driving season, outdoor festival season and, of course, grilling and barbecue season. We must also remember that Memorial Day weekend holds more important meaning than the things I just mentioned.

Oh sure, we've all read the studies on the benefits of having a dog. They provide companionship, help lower stress levels, bring families together etcetera, etcetera. But none of these studies mentions the number one best thing about owning a dog: The Shopping Opportunity. And by that I don't mean purchasing things like bones or fancy biscuits or rubber squeaky toys. I'm talking, stylish clothes.

Both cities will have banners in giant Wall of Hope Memorial in

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I didn't expect to meet Abraham Lincoln last Monday night in Tracy, but there he was in the flesh – America's most beloved president. I tell you no lie. I really saw Honest Abe – complete with beard and stove-pipe hat.

It's no secret that being a good mother is difficult these days because of the many impediments our society presents to this goal. But there seems to be no adequate substitute for raising children who are loving, responsible and successful.

Good morning, readers! During the past couple of weeks, I have written about what some of you may perceive as the usual struggles of child-rearing. But others might not understand the difference between raising natural children versus stepchildren. I mean, a kid is a kid, right?

All of us have troublesome areas in our lives that need to be acknowledged and honestly dealt with, but many of us refuse to admit it. Denial is not a river in Egypt; it's a river that runs through our hearts, a delusion-producing way of thinking that robs us of freedom and power.

Darling of the ice Peggy Fleming made a visit to her childhood stomping grounds Monday morning at Oakwood Country School in Morgan Hill, kicking off the opening ceremonies of the school's annual Olympic Game Days.

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