Michele Gerlach's Columns
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Oct. 23, 2009
Sarah, who is 9 and a fourth-grader, recently was required as part of her Alabama history class to interview someone who had lived here at least 20 years. She chose my father, known to her as “Grandaddy,” who gave her a 70-year perspective. Read story
They’re not just for jack-o-lanterns
Pumpkin key ingredient in tasty treats for fall
Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009
Pumpkins are starting to appear all around, but they’re not just for decorating. Read story
Debate headed here this week
Saturday, Aug. 29, 2009
Did you happen to see the editorial cartoon on this page of Wednesday’s paper? Read story
Keller’s story has timeless lessons
Friday, July 24, 2009
In October, a bronze likeness of Alabama-native Helen Keller at age 7 will be unveiled in the U.S. Capitol complex. Read story
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I know what she’s feeling
As a single mom, I must say — when it comes to my children — I am very lucky to not only have a good working relationship with my ex-husband, but also a very supportive family. Read story
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Politicians mistake media for paparazzi
After watching all the news coverage, documentaries, talk shows and media blitzes, I have come to realize the problem with Washington, Congress, the White House, the czars and our appointed department heads is that they think the press is the paparazzi and people in government are movie stars. Read story