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The Bucket Was Filled With Money
The bloody meaty carcasses hung in their sterile surroundings. I tried to play it cool- pretending I wasn’t grossed out or bothered. There was no way I was going to earn the opportunity to be tougher by receiving a more uncomfortable invitation to tour the… Continue Reading “The Bucket Was Filled With Money”
Straight-Faced With A Strong Sense Of Invincibility…
The sign said: “No trespassing”….But I walked passed so I assumed it didn’t apply to me… Should I repeat that? The sign said: “No trespassing”….But I walked passed so I assumed it didn’t apply to me. At 17-many would have labeled me “smart”.My high school GPA… Continue Reading “Straight-Faced With A Strong Sense Of Invincibility…”
Healing Occurred as God Would Have It…
The portion shared with me was large enough to feed a small family. As I opened the container I could see the meticulous preparation of diced celery and onions, sliced carrots, grilled chicken, and a broth atypical for any I’ve ever had before and… Continue Reading “Healing Occurred as God Would Have It…”
“…Ride the carousel for me…”
The Arizona sky is often bright blue with brilliant sunshine.Clouds are not common.After living in climates of cold, wind, and chill, I don’t hate it. This afternoon, the sky was atypically filled with clouds and I had a short- “must do today” list. I… Continue Reading ““…Ride the carousel for me…””
…A Fellow Traveler…
I recently returned “home” to Washington State for a (far too) quick weekend. So much about the feeling in that zip code invites cherished memories and excitement in pondering my Eternal Home.The home we once owned is adjacent to my in-laws’ property. From their kitchen, I… Continue Reading “…A Fellow Traveler…”
…To Stroll with Deity
The other day I set off for a morning walk. I was emptying a handful of Jalapeño Cheetos into my mouth that I had chosen as a post-breakfast snack. One of the greatest things about being an empty nester is the freedom of decision-making… Continue Reading “…To Stroll with Deity”
Dirt Was Not the Problem
33 years ago I sat on top of my luggage awaiting a ride. I had literally been dropped off at the curb of a nearly empty Greyhound bus terminal with some broken dreams, faith that seemed fleeting, and a few bucks to my name.… Continue Reading “Dirt Was Not the Problem”
Invisible Goliaths
By this age, I had thought “it” would be easier… but I had been struggling. I felt like I couldn’t even utter the words to the hymn, “I’ll go where you want me to go…”I was worried that the “where” was too high of a… Continue Reading “Invisible Goliaths”
My gifts fell short of expectations…
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son…”John 3:16 My gifts fell short of expectations…Nor did I get everything done I wanted to do. I don’t know whether I would say I ran out of physical momentum, mental energy, or… Continue Reading “My gifts fell short of expectations…”
My discipleship is simply between me and my Savior…
“…Lord, I will follow thee…”Luke 9:57 33 years ago I stood next to my teammates before tip-off and listened to the familiar words of the National Anthem ring out on static-filled speakers mounted in the corners of my high school gym. My hands were sweaty… Continue Reading “My discipleship is simply between me and my Savior…”
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