Repeating yourself is a common occurrence for several reasons. We all know some “older” (I’ll let you define that term) adults who tell the same stories…a lot. I’m doing the same thing even though my definition of “older” changes as I keep approaching the last number I assigned to that category. John D. Rockefeller was…
For many weeks of the year, we don’t face endless hours available to read, complete DIY projects, or attend events around town. No, we join myriads of other parents and grandparents at games of some sort. Baseball, soccer, and many other group or individual competitive activities can soon fill the calendar. Free to attend and…
Recently, I noticed my socks have instructions printed on them. I expected to see the brand logo and designs, but then I realized there was a tiny R on one sock and an L on the other. Unfortunately, when my eyes focused on these letters, I had them already on and reversed. What to do?…
I love hearing my grandchildren grow in their relationship with God. Early prayers offer unique insights into their view of the world and how God fits into it. First efforts can be amusing, but it has impressed me at how comprehensive the mealtime prayers have morphed in my youngest grandchild. I previously wrote about her…
Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukraine’s president, has captured the attention and admiration of many watching events unfold in Ukraine. While many might have only known his name, if that, we now have a greater understanding of his actions motivated by his passions. In the beginnings of the conflict with Russia, I mentally compared his leadership to that…
Immediately, some of you may have read the title and recalled Encanto and the song about Bruno. I’m trying to find the humor in a sad situation I’m experiencing so indulge me (and be grateful you don’t actually hear me singing). We don’t talk about PATIENCE, no, no, no!We don’t talk about PATIENCE… but It…
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