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Ivisited Matthew, the owner of Lucy’s Flour Shop, a little while back. As I nibbled on an enormous chocolate chip cookie, I began to tell him a story.

Since its discovery at the end of the 19th century, Carlsbad Caverns has been an international destination for travelers. Being in West Texas for over 45 years, I have had the privilege of walking the same route from the Visitor’s Center, through the natural entrance, down 1.5 miles to the Big Room and 1 mile around the Room, to the elevators and up to the gift shops, with more than 100 different people from all over the world.

My friend Rex Tackett, as community-minded as anyone I’ve ever known, is admired for always taking the high road, and-when necessary--the high wire as well.

Clay Center, Kansas – There are millions of people carrying such heavy burdens all across our world. They cannot sleep at night and wake up tired. They have regular appointments with their counselors. Hobbies and exercise are strategies to find relief.