Helping Moths
As I was driving home the other night, I saw something that looked like a bat flopping around on the road in front of me on a quiet street. As I pulled over, I got out to find a very … Continued
The Bar is Set High; Set the Bar High
Growing up, our family was very involved in sports. We played a few and watched lots of games, sets, matches, olympic events; you name it, we watched ‘em. One thing that I remember very clearly was the young “me” being … Continued
Thoughts On Freedom
I’ve had a couple moments in the past week where I’ve gone from reading /posting about atrocities in Iraq to laughing about a silly video – all within moments. At first, I had to resist the urge to think this … Continued
Sawdust and a Savior
Today, I was a mess. And, by mess I mean that I was covered with some stuff that wasn’t mine and didn’t come off easily. It got everywhere, covered everything and even made it dangerous for people to walk near … Continued
Step Into the Epic
It’s one of my favorite points in a movie, book or just any gripping story. The tension is high, there’s smoke in the air, wounded friends and tragedy are all around; there’s a terrible choice to be made. In movies, … Continued
For the Watchmen
Here’s to the soldiers, whose Christmas ain’t white. To the man and the woman who watch through the night. Your family won’t see you or feel your embrace; Your dog won’t wake you with licks in the face. While we … Continued
Shimai’s Hope
“Sure Shimai, you ‘heard it from the Lord,’ whatever you say, old friend. Let’s just finish cleaning off this altar. I wish you’d just focus on doing what we know we need to do; our duties! Why should we ever … Continued