Recently I read the account of a 16-year-old girl, Shannon, driving to school. She apparently thought it more important to put on her make-up than to keep her eyes on that old country road. As she was adjusting the rear-view mirror, she caught sight of some type of movement immediately ...
Read More »The Passing of the Globetrotters’ Meadowlark Lemon
He was called the “Clown Prince” of basketball. People of the older generation who went to see the Harlem Globetrotters play were constantly entertained by him. Meadowlark Lemon passed away on December 27, 2015. He was 83. At 11 years old Meadow (his birth name) was inspired by a team ...
Read More »Duck Dodging–Which Direction Are You Looking?
It was a typical day with everyday activities. I had just finished my two-mile power walk/jog/flight with my 90-pound dog, Mitch. It was time for the cool-down stroll with my old, little beagle, Tippy. After all the many days of rain, she seemed a little stiff and sluggish, but nothing ...
Read More »The Thrill Of Giving And The Delight of Receiving
Part of the delight of celebrating Christmas is giving gifts–that makes perfect sense since God offered us a wonderful example by gifting us with His precious Son, Jesus. (John 3:16) Gift-givers experience a thrill that travels to the deepest heart level as they witness hope-filled, sparkling eyes anticipating what could ...
Read More »I Found Christmas at Wal-Mart
You know, every year I am determined not to let Christmas be commercial. I am constantly striving to keep the fun and the meaning intact. I long to protect the magic of childhood and the miracle of His birth. A noble venture … at which I usually fail. Today is ...
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