
Editorial


Bumpy Road – May 15, 2025
This month is flying by. Retired folks used to tell me they worked harder at retirement than they did when they worked. After ten years of “being retired,” I now know what they mean.

Southern Tier – Heidelberg
Heidelberg has always been considered a castle because it was built as a defensive structure on a hill, only reachable by climbing 135 steep steps. Palaces are designed for elegance, luxury and to display wealth and power. Castles did have bedrooms with an en suite and a chamber where they welcomed visitors. But the family lived in the English wing. The backyard of the castle includes auxiliary buildings for storage, stables, workshops and living quarters for servants.

Money Matters – May 15, 2025
How to Pay for Health Care in Retirement

Southern Tier – History of the Pfalzgraf
History of the Pfalzgraf

Switzer News – May 8, 2025
I went to Nancy Jo Reynolds’ residence in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, and stayed some after she came back after her operation. She is doing better each day. Doctor said it looks like everything went well and she is healing nicely. Just going to take time for all to heal.



Southern Tier – May 1, 2025
Daughters of Frederick V & Elizabeth from the King of England Book VII

Rinard Mills – May 1, 2025
May Day! May Day! Memories of Wilma Anderson Whitacre decorating her front yard at Rinard Mills on May 1.