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January 5, 2021
One Emotion God Doesn’t Have
Did you know that there is one emotion that God doesn't have? When I tell you, you might be surprised because it is an emotion you and I encounter every day.
December 19, 2020
Today Matters – Write Your Story
Where does your story begin? Who is in control of it and how does it reveal itself and what is my role in it?
December 12, 2020
What You Don’t Have (Or Need) This Christmas
What is it that you don't have this Christmas? Frankly, it's overrated anyway ...
December 4, 2020
Sometimes You Just Gotta Enjoy The Change
One of the groovy things I get to do is to lead weddings. In fact, I am involved in one this weekend, which makes my heart full. These are pivotal moments in the lives of families, moments that are remembered and celebrated until death separates. As I ponder the mountain of adjustments that my coupleContinue reading "Sometimes You Just Gotta Enjoy The Change"
November 24, 2020
How To Enjoy Your Relatives From “Across The Aisle” This Thanksgiving
What if you're going to see the relatives this Thanksgiving, and they are not the same political party as you? How do you get along? Here are some suggestions. *Number 3 is a tough one! That's why it's the longest!!*
November 21, 2020
How To Be Un-Thankful
If I were striving to be UnThankful, what would that look like? What list could guide me in being unthankful?
November 13, 2020
2020 = A Long Friday The 13th
Chrystal Lake. Jason Voorhees. Camp Counselors who need a healthy dose of wisdom (if not acting). If you grew up as a slasher movie lover in the ’80s and looked at the calendar today, you’d make a connection.
November 11, 2020
Thank You, Veterans
If you are a veteran, stomaching my sloppy words, I want you to know that from at least this American, I am truly grateful. Whether you "shuffle papers" or fly a "multirole" in one of our armed forces, you don't receive enough credit. You live with a great purpose, and many of us, while unspoken, deep down love and appreciate all of you.
May 25, 2020
Memorial Day – Perspective Is Everything
Memorial day is not veterans day. While both are equally important, memorial day honors the ultimate sacrifice that men and women have offered - giving of one's life in the betterment of the great experiment called the "United States of America."
May 2, 2020
Happy Birthday Makenzie (Button-Nose)
Why do we celebrate birthdays? For some, it is tradition. For others, it is to honor the person who, on that day, is advancing in years. And for others, it is to remember a life well-lived. We are a family that lives forward and not backward. Yet, our birthday celebration today remembers one who... Continue Reading →
