I have never been an ‘only-child’. I was in the middle of five kids. There are many of you that may be the only- child, or were the only-child up until your parents brought home that younger sibling(s), and then had things change dramatically. No longer were you the center … Continue reading
Category Archives: Quotes
Today’s Reading….
If you do any type of scriptural reading or spend any time studying the Bible, you will come to see a very distinct difference in the character of God in the Old and New Testament. Although there are very often very strong links that bind the two, the God of … Continue reading
Take Two
I got to thinking about how our lives are played out – like a movie or play – the various acts, scenes, dialogues, etc. If it was you who had to write the screenplay of your life you would probably break it into acts: First – early childhood, then adolescence, … Continue reading
When I die…
A father of a friend of mine passed away very recently. I had the privilege of attending the service celebrating his life. It got me to think about my own mortal life. And possibly what might be said of it. And, of course, what the thoughts of those I would … Continue reading
Restless
In honor of Saint Augustine’s Feast day that just passed I want to take some time to reflect on a quote by him…. “You made us for yourself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in you.” What a beautiful reminder that we are not made of … Continue reading
You’re gonna have to serve somebody
A couple of days ago, ISIS (Islamic State in Iraq and Syria) blew up a shrine in Mosul, Iraq that commemorates the burial place of the Jewish prophet Jonah. I am pretty sure that there was some accompanying press release from the terrorist group supporting the action as part of … Continue reading
The Solution to All of the World’s Problems
I know a few people who have the card – a medical marijuana card. Yes, I said ‘a few’. From my observation there appear to be two types of card holders. The first are those whose sole purpose is to find some relief from an ailment or to supplement some another … Continue reading
A Good Soul
A couple of years ago soon after our son had graduated ASU with a degree in graphic design, we had a talk. It seemed that he was concerned about making the right career decision (When I got out of school, my only concern was how much someone might decide to … Continue reading