Becoming Princes and Princesses
Last week, one of our granddaughters turned four. Nancy and I were privileged to share a party with her on Sunday as she excitedly ripped into her many gifts. Clothes, books and toys were all celebrated along with a new bike complete with training wheels. While we enjoyed visiting with…
Hunting Turkeys and Finding God
This Saturday marks the end of another Spring Turkey season and as of this writing, I’m still hunting for bird #1. I’ve squandered some opportunities, enjoyed many sunrises and birdsongs, and even written some poems, but I have yet to connect with old Tom. As I sat at my tree…
Remembering A Brave Heroine
We are so blessed in America with many liberties that most others throughout history have only dreamt of. When our founders framed our nation, they gave to us one of the most precious gifts imaginable and one that we take so much for granted. Although atrocities have and still do…
Struggling With Unanswered Prayers
Next Thursday, May 6, is this year’s National Day of Prayer. All are invited to join in on this day petitioning God on behalf of our nation, state, and community as well as for our leaders on each of these levels. Considering the issues of race, immigration, election reform, financial…
Of Apple And Fig Blossoms
The 94th annual Apple Blossom Festival is underway! Luncheons, dances, tennis tournaments and more are back on track after COVID canceled many of last year’s events. Organizers are gearing up for what looks to be an exciting ten days. Although the apple orchards in our area have shrunk considerably, we…
More Than Birdbrains!
Most all of us enjoy listening to some type of music. Whether it’s gospel, country, classical, jazz, or rap, the various combinations of notes, rhythm, and melody tickle our ears and soothe our souls. With the arrival of spring I get to enjoy one of my favorite genres: birdsongs! Without…
What’s For Dinner?
With the arrival of warmer days and longer evenings, the delicious smells of grilling have begun to waft over the valley. I welcome these aromatic reminders of spring and rejoice in the palate-pleasing fare they foreshadow. Bring on the steaks! Other than vegans and vegetarians, few there are who don’t…
Responding To The Resurrection
This weekend, Christians all over the world remember and celebrate the greatest events in all of history: the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. These pivotal events demand that we deal with them in some way. While few dispute that Jesus was crucified or buried, many have endeavored to disprove…
Jesus In The Olive Press
One of the most popular cooking oils today comes from olives. Unlike lard that was widely used years ago, olive oil has many health benefits including antioxidants and monounsaturated fats even protecting against heart disease. Besides being easy to use, it also tastes good! Although American cooks have recently discovered…
When Cement Mixers Become Paperweights
All of us have seen cement mixers traveling up and down the road. Most of us have had them deliver concrete to our homes for some construction project or porch extension. As they make their ways from the cement plants to their destinations, their circular drums constantly churn the mixtures…