Last week's beginning to our Mayberry Parables was a lot of fun. Homemade ice cream always helps your attitude, but the lessons gleaned from black-and-white Andy Griffith clips from days gone by were on target. We saw Barney's attitude toward those "not from around here," Opie's acceptance for who you are, and Andy's kindness to those in trouble.

This week we will have fresh baked cookies and...