Archives for May 2020

As I type this blog post, I hear hammering, noisy men, generators, heavy boots walking, and other typical construction noise. We are in the process of finishing our attic into an apartment, and all the men are here working...contractor, electricians, carpenters, and AC men. While I'm thrilled … [Read more...] about Disruptions!

A few years ago, I had a job as a physical education assistant for a few hours each day. The boss at that time would not let us sit during those hours. It is amazing how much toll it takes on a body. Back, feet, and knees all suffered enough to make me quit in the middle of the year. Looking … [Read more...] about Stand or Sit?

In 1985, the musical group Mister Mister released a song that most of us couldn't pronounce much less knew the meaning of the title, Kyrie Eleison. It is Greek and means Lord, Have Mercy. Many times the Psalmists asks God for mercy. In the New International Version of the Bible, it is said 11 … [Read more...] about Have Mercy

A couple of days ago, I was talking with our youngest daughter on the phone. Both of our girls are independent now for the most part, each in her apartment in their respective college cities. As we talked, I asked her what she'd been up to, and she answered it was kind of all boring stuff just … [Read more...] about Rinse and Repeat

Growing up, it seemed she was always busy. Sports, playing outside, riding her bike, and other things took up her time. She was distracted. Her parents took her to 'church' every time the doors were opened. She believed but didn't place value on her trust in God. There were other things … [Read more...] about Distracted