Lifestyles

Father Theophan: Slow Is Smooth, Smooth Is Fast

Clay cups inside a kiln. Created by Fr. Theophan

By Father Theophan
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church
Los Alamos

You can thank the U.S. Navy Seals for this nugget of wisdom although it may go back as far as Napoleon. “Slow is smooth, smooth is fast.” It seems counter-intuitive or at least paradoxical.

However, it is so true in so many facets of life, especially in the pottery workshop. Precious little in pottery is improved by doing it quickly, and there is a lot that can be ruined in an instant of inattention. Often on-line videos of potters throwing will be sped up, so that they are less boring to watch, Read More

On The Job In Los Alamos: Keeping It Fresh At The Co+op

On the job in Los Alamos is employee Chris Laino wiping down the counter in the deli Tuesday afternoon at the Los Alamos Cooperative Market (Co+op) – where everyone can shop and all are welcome – at 95 Entrada Dr. For the latest updates on operations at the co+op, click here or call 505.695.1579. #worklosalamos #wherediscoveriesaremade. visit www. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Grocery Manager Amy Lucker straightens the merchandise in an end display Tuesday at the Los Alamos Co+op. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Employee Diane Devlin working in the wellness section Tuesday Read More

On The Job In Los Alamos: At Cottonwood On The Greens

On the job in Los Alamos this afternoon is Cottonwood on the Greens co-owner Dorota Listwan with a curbside delivery in front of the restaurant at 4244 Diamond Dr. For the latest information on hours of operation and percent of diners permitted on the patio and inside and to view the menu, visit www.cottonwoodonthegreens.com or call 505.662.0404. #worklosalamos #wherediscoveriesaremade. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More

Posts From The Road: Utah Highway 12

Red Canyon: Marilyn Warren driving through Red Canyon, which is near Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah. There are two short tunnels carved out of the red rock, which the road passes through. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Grand Staircase: The highway through much of the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument follows the slick rock ridges as it twists and turns. A section of this part of the road is known as ‘Hogsback’ where the highway twists across a ridge with 600 foot canyons on both sides of the road. Beautiful indeed but don’t take your eyes off the road! Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com Read More

Cone Zone: Week Of Sept. 21, 2020

COUNTY News:

The Public Works/Traffic Division provides the latest updates on the following projects:

Barranca Mesa 3 Subdivision Improvements Project

TLC Plumbing and Utility continues construction activities. Crews will continue placing asphalt on Turquoise and Kachina all week. Crews will also begin preparing Camino Encantado for paving, which should start at the end of the week.

Diamond Drive near the Golf Course

Construction activities continue near the golf course that may result in lane closures.

Lane Closure on Sherwood Blvd

Work continues for a water line tie-in and motorists Read More

Fr. Glenn: Finding The Vineyard

By Fr. Glenn Jones

So … Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg (commonly a.k.a., “RBG”) finally succumbed to the cancer that’s been plaguing her for so long; may she rest in peace. No matter what political flavor you might ascribe to, you certainly can’t fault her dedication. Lots of people say that they want to “die in harness”, but she fought and did it. But, inevitably … we’re in store for an even more “interesting” time in the political arena just before the election … much like a tornado adds “interest” to a thunderstorm.

We all have an instinctive fear of death … the great unknown. “What’s it like?” Read More

La Vista Church: Time To Think About Halloween Already?

A pile of pumpkins. Courtesy/La Vista Church 

La Vista Church News:

La Vista Church of Nazarene in White Rock is looking forward to serving the community with a fun Special Needs/Food Allergy Friendly event this Halloween, but is asking for deciding how to best do that to make sure everyone stays safe.

Anyone with a family member of any age who would benefit from a low sensory or Teal Pumpkin Halloween event, please help by filling out this 2 question survey about your preferences for a Halloween event.

Thank you! Read More