Red Sea Whispers

In our overly distracted world much contends for our attention on a moment-by-moment basis. At times, it is difficult to tune into those things which are important as the noise level increases and becomes deafening. I tend to hear God best in quiet whispers. In my case, employment issues and recent health concerns have caused […]

The Desire To Be Fathered

Across the room, behind where I sit as I write this short post hangs a small banner on the wall with my dad’s image. The picture of my dad is the kind you would see of those who have served our country in the military hanging on telephone poles in communities across our nation. It […]

What’s Cooking?

When I get a few moments with my thoughts it is like the rise of a hot air balloon on a sunny day. The upward lift is slow and gentle as I drift away into the welcoming airspace and allow my mind to move along with the wind currents. This day my mind is recalling […]

The A-B-C’s of Words

Words. Have you ever thought about how words exist and more importantly why they exist? Recently, I had the opportunity to spend time with my three year old grandson, Leighton. He is at such a fun age and to see him in person versus over video chat enhanced the grandpa experience. Leighton is all about […]

The Father is Collecting Your Tears in a Bottle

On the surface vulnerability is something most of us tend to avoid. Like a buried treasure we often find it yields great value. According to Dictionary.com, one definition for vulnerability is the “willingness to show emotion or to allow one’s weaknesses to be seen or known; a willingness to risk being emotionally hurt.” In her […]