Posts by Karen Holman

Scrunch scrunch, jingle jingle, click clack. These were the sounds that grew familiar to me while growing up in my family’s 1960’s rambling ranch-style home. I was hearing heavy canvas rubbing together, zippered compartments, and the boots of my dad’s flight suit as he walked down the long hall to my bedroom. I dreaded these…

Indian folklore describes the dog as a revered companion that must be treated with respect and compassion. Historically, dogs exemplify bravery, & loyalty. They are heroes, hunting partners and man’s best friend. The dog is “one who wags tail.”
Dog’s love us unconditionally, providing constant companionship, that lowers our blood pressure and anxiety level. Snuggle sessions and listening to our silly stories are favorite canine pastimes. Dogs detect cancer, locate explosives and missing people, alert us of danger, and can teach children responsibility, respect, empathy, compassion, and humane treatment of all animals.

What do you think of when you hear the word “furball?” As a youth, I have memories of the hack….cough…choke….and then a “furball” left for us by our family kitty cat. As an adult, I hear the word “Fur Ball” and with excitement, anticipate one of Tulsa’s most unique and imaginative fund-raising events. With mind-boggling…

According to one of the most famous animal lovers of all time, Dr. Suess says, “Every animal looks like fun, so how in the world do you pick just one?” Pet’s can be life-changing and can impact our well-being. As an example, research has shown, pets can lower your anxiety, blood pressure, and offer companionship.…

Visiting my in laws in Arkansas was often an educational and entertaining pastime. While driving at dusk, I learned the large splats on my windshield, resembling an Oklahoma hail-storm with ice as large as baseballs, was just, the “skeeters.”  On one occasion relaxing in my in-laws den, I heard the strangest noise. It sounded like…

Will Rogers, Oklahoma’s favorite son and humorist, joked that if you don’t like the weather, just wait a minute and it will change. Living in Broken Arrow, we know that we may zip through 2 or 3 seasons in a single day! Oklahomans are aware that we are blessed not only with a variety of…

Growing up in rural Broken Arrow, Fourth of July celebrations were full of life lessons and lasting memories. I not only learned from my mother how to prepare a meal for fifty people with love and joy, my father also instilled in me the hard work and dedication necessary to accomplish anything worthwhile. But things…