Al Stover

I have spent most of my life valuing the effort of hard work, whether it is in myself, or in others. I believe that hard work can get anyone to anywhere.

When it comes to my decor, I tend to hang up quotes or paintings that motivate me. This can come from quotes said in Scripture. I also use inspirational quotes from my favorite authors and athletes.

Sounds of chatter filled the air as people of all ages poured into the basement of the Spokane Buddhist Temple for its annual “Haru Matsuri” Spring Food Festival on April 21.

The temple served a variety of dishes, including a teriyaki chicken dinner that included rice, Tsukemono and Miso soup.

In the world of “Pokemon,” a popular video game by Nintendo, a Charmander evolves into a Charmeleon. In the next stage of its evolution the Charmeleon will one day evolve into a Charizard.

Cherie Vaughn-Dahlgren had been walking inside of the building when she saw a large spider, as big as her hand, crawling on the cement wall.

This was one of several surprising things she encountered during her time in Haiti.

One of my favorite pictures is of retired mixed martial artist Genki “The Neo Samurai” Sudo, holding a large banner with all of the flags in the world. At the center of the banner are the words “We Are All One.”

Whenever I see people, ordinary citizens and civil servants, rush to help people during a moment of tragedy, I think of Sudo’s words.

Being single, I may not have the best idea when it comes to marriage. From what I have seen with my friends who are married is that it takes compromise, trust and a whole lot of other factors.