We’re back in MA after 3+ weeks of being away. The two questions I’ve been getting are (1) “How are you doing?” and (2) “How is your mom?” I do appreciate the concern, and though my answer is rather boring, (we’re both doing ok) it’s nice to be asked. A wise woman told me that […]
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enlightened
In a previous post, it was mentioned that we were cleaning out some little ears. Well, after a visit to the pediatrician we have news to share: the earwax-affecting gene has been isolated. This may be old news to you but the article has a couple gems (shall we call them nuggets?). First of all, […]
whispers of discontent
This week I’ve talked to a few people in totally different life stages and situations that are unhappy with their circumstances. It’s hard to see others like that. What’s mildly surprising is that it’s easy to start to think, “Hey, maybe I’m not all that happy myself.” The whispers of discontent can be quite persuasive. […]
crunchy
Previous to moving east, I’d not heard this word used to describe a person. I’d heard it in used for people’s overly styled hair but not a person’s views or lifestyle. I think that it’s usually used in reference to someone who is environmentally aware, politically active and “granola.” Though I don’t think I can […]
lesson learned
note to self: Please check that the soup (or other food item) that you offer to spouse is not spoiled. He may not notice and consume more than half a bowl before you realize the truth and stop him.
peace & pizzazz
In the midst of many demands, there are those moments when we think, “Hey this isn’t so bad after all.” I’ve experienced this a lot over the years. Not that I can take credit for it. Thankfully, God’s unchanging grace does it all. Though I need to have faith in that grace and be diligent […]
a promotion?
One of the responses I’ve received from people about my recent increase in responsibilities has me puzzled. I’ve encountered it before when I had other increases of responsibility and when I was ordained. It’s the phrase, “Congratulations on your promotion!” I recently shared with some colleagues in the community that were very happy for me, […]
his & her blogs
This post is merely a question. I’ve noticed something and wonder why it is. Not anything terribly important but I’m just curious. Why is it that when a couple (generally married) has a blog together, the female usually does most of the writing? Was it just that the guy didn’t blog before couplehood? Is it […]
grammar police
Greetings to our faithful, yet mostly unidentified, readership. We’ve been in CA for a few weeks spending time with family and being a part of my sister’s wedding. Also, we’ve got ministry changes to write about. Nevertheless, I must dedicate this post to the exciting topic of grammar–particularly the use of the apostrophe. I don’t […]
something different.
I’ve been reading a non-fiction book (gasp!) and came across a couple sentences that made me smile. It is for men to strike out into the forest and look. It is for women to crack the twigs and stir the leaves so that we know where to find them. It’s a book by John Ensor […]
