As a general rule, theological discussion is best left to theologians. I am by no means in that category. I don’t consider myself a pious man. I observe the religious holidays of the Christian faith. I pray. Most importantly, I think, is, I believe. It is… Continue reading

Yesterday just before noon my granddaughter Morgan fell on the playground at school and suffered a compound fracture of the left forearm. At present she is at Johns Hopkins awaiting surgery to repair the damage. Grandma and her parents are with her and I am here with… Continue reading

I have been working on the family tree for some time now. It is not a constant thing. I kinda go in spurts of interest. Sometimes I get a new picture or hear a new tale and that inspires me. At other… Continue reading

Expectations. We all have them. We expect certain behaviours or results. Disappointments. We all have them as well. That occurs when our expectations are not met. Sounds self explanatory and a simple concept but it is not. Disappointment can lead… Continue reading

More and more everyday I hear about freedom and what it is to be free. I hear people saying they can do what they like because they are free. I hear how I am not supposed to say anything contrary… Continue reading

I find myself becoming more and more introspective. I wonder if it has to do with age or the changing of the seasons. Perhaps both. I haven’t undergone any major life changing events. No new revelations or special insight gained.… Continue reading

Sometimes little things come along to brighten your day. A smile or a pleasant conversation. A cloud in the sky or a bird on your porch. One never knows where these little inspirations may come from. Yesterday I was talking… Continue reading

Over the past few years there has been much discussion of roots and home. Of native and foreigner. I have given it much thought. My conclusions are the same as always, mine. It is my feeling unless you were born… Continue reading

I have come to realize another thing about blog writing. My essays on life in you will. One reason I enjoy it so, is I’m not being interrupted. No thought is a simple thought and must be explained. Often times… Continue reading

My grandson is going to make a run for election. Student council. I couldn’t be happier. I just think it is a wonderful thing. He has set a goal and is going for it. His sister has agreed to help… Continue reading