Alva Review-Courier -

Jim and Nick had been neighbors for years. Not necessarily close friends who knew each other’s daily habits and dislikes, but friendly enough – except when Jim did something that got under the skin of his neighbor. Unfortunately this happened more than once in those years of living next to each other.

Oh yes, Nick would confront Jim with the problems, telling him exactly why he was upset, and why the problems were Jim’s fault. And Jim? His unfailing response was a nod and a smile, “Okay, I understand, and you have the right to feel the way you do.” Then he would turn away and retu...