The Price of a Candy Bar
Columnist Gene Beltz discusses the consequences of the decisions we make in life while remembering a lesson learned at the five and dime when he was young.
Gene Beltz
Gene Beltz is a retired, professional educator. He has a great interest in current events, politics, family, and travel. Gene Hopes his comments create smiles, thought, and sometimes even stir people to action.
LTC News contributor since January 23rd, 2018
About Gene Beltz
Gene Beltz is a retired, professional educator. Having spent 12 years teaching high school Language Arts, 30 years serving as a Grade School Principal, and State and Federal Programs Director. He has a great interest in current events, politics, family, and travel. "I see learning and sharing as life-long experiences to embrace and grow from. I have friends across the spectrum of issues that I respect, admire, and often discuss differing sides of issues with. Above all, I love family and cherish my wife, children, and grandchildren. I hope my comments create smiles, thought, and sometimes even stir people to action. I think a well-informed public makes our nation wiser, safer, and stronger. I love our country, rejoice in her greatness, and am proud of her efforts to constantly move forward to be better. There is much more about me and my life you may sense as you read my stories and comments I share here with you. I hope you find them enjoyable!"
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O’er the Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave!
Talk about the flag seems common place in the media. Stand or knee, honor or dishonor, the flag is the center of attention these days. With age, we reflect and perhaps understand more.
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The Price of a Candy Bar
Columnist Gene Beltz discusses the consequences of the decisions we make in life while remembering a lesson learned at the five and dime when he was young.
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