In the process of running a few errands recently I needed the assistance of my British speaking GPS attendant to make sure I knew where I was going. Her British voice reminded me of the United Kingdom as we visited the UK in the past month. Life at Camp Cross is now getting back to […]
It’s the time of year where advertisers are clamoring for their share of Father’s Day gift dollars. The top-of-mind question is “What should I get for the special man (or men) in my life?” I had to chuckle recently as I saw an ad providing the following gift giving scenario. The dilemma – a choice […]
This past weekend I had the opportunity to attend the commencement ceremony for the Class of 2024 at the school where my wife teaches. During this time of year commencement services are commonplace as the achievement of graduates, irrespective of the academic level, is celebrated. Dictionary.com defines the word commencement in this manner – “the […]
Several weeks have passed since the celestial event of the year, the solar eclipse of 2024, occurred. The eyes of the nation and the world looked upward, with proper eye-wear of course, to witness “the heavens declaring the glory of God, and the sky above proclaiming His handiwork.” (Psalms 19:1 NLT) People flocked from around […]
Gatherings with family or friends to celebrate the most important day on the Christian calendar are now referred to in the past tense for another year. Life’s routines centered around work, school, or other matters demand our attention. Before we digress, let’s take a moment to reflect on Resurrection Day and it’s importance. As He […]
As children we have no problem allowing our imaginations to soar upward like a kite ascending on a windy day. We declare things like, “I want to be a fireman” or “I want to be a ballerina”. In my own case, I envisioned a mile long driveway which was to be funded by inking a […]
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 […]
Today, December 24th, is my birthday. Happy Birthday to me! Sixty-six years of life lived, which I will celebrate with my family. I am grateful to be alive as the possibility of not being here has been very real. Allow me to explain. Several weeks ago, as autumn was about to hand the baton […]
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 […]
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 […]