by mmooney | Nov 1, 2024 | The Friday Message
Edgar Allan Poe left a lasting legacy for his creative poetry and short stories that were mysterious and macabre. He is credited with the creation of detective fiction in the United States as well as a pioneer of science fiction. His poem “The Raven” is...
by mmooney | Oct 18, 2024 | The Friday Message
Each and every week, I grow more concerned about the upcoming election. I heard a political analyst suggest ignoring the polls from now on, or at least only watch them until noon is wise. She alluded to this race being like a roller coaster ride, the...
by mmooney | Oct 11, 2024 | The Friday Message
When I was in high school, my Dad, all the boys called him Ed, taught me a life lesson. The fourth of 5 boys, I was pretty much left to my own supervision. I came home very late one night, probably after a beer or two. I told a tale that could only have made sense to...
by mmooney | Oct 4, 2024 | The Friday Message
I am very fortunate to have a few friends who push me to think about things nonpolitical. This week I got interested in the Bay of Fundy and turn of the century sailing ships. Thanks to Mr. Breaux and Dr. Pete for stretching my scope of interest. I may mention Jack...
by mmooney | Sep 27, 2024 | The Friday Message
I attended the 12th Annual Women in Leadership Conference this week. I still serve on the Andrus Center Board as the Treasurer and remain a loyal friend and supporter of Idaho’s most memorable Governor, Cecil Andrus. You only had to meet Cece once for him to always...
by mmooney | Sep 20, 2024 | The Friday Message
I was a young bank Manager living in Blackfoot, Idaho in l986. Growing up in Pocatello, I let the management team know that the only place I would not live in Eastern Idaho was Blackfoot. We had a bitter rivalry in high school, and it had left a negative impression....
