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Take Time to Make Time
Columns/Opinions, Editorial
May 20, 2026
Take Time to Make Time

My bonus grandson is just a few days away from graduating at Jena High School and adventuring into adulthood. Like all graduates, he has some important and exciting decisions to make and endless opportunities ahead of him. It was only a minute ago that he was peeking at me over the edge of the church pew, smiling from ear to ear with his blue eyes dancing. Now he’s picking the guitar better than I can, playing the drums like a pro at church on Sundays, and honing his skills as an upcoming photographer. Little ‘Mikey’ has given way to grownup Michael! Wow, that was quick! Where did time go?

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