December 7, 1941, is a day that most Americans will not forget. The day that the United States was taken off guard at Pearl Harbor. This was truly a sad day for our nation and the world. Movies and documentaries have investigated the reasons why the Japanese were able to surprise us. The word surprise... Continue Reading →

Well, I did it. The thing I said I would never do. I am the same person who often criticized those who put up their tree before Thanksgiving. I have heard others doing the same thing this year. It's one of the many Covid responses. I know psychologist are probably giving this a name -... Continue Reading →

Yes, it's a word. I knew you were wondering. It's the state of being commonplace and ordinary. Ever been there? I have! At the present time, life may not seem quite so ordinary. So many changes and not knowing what will happen in the next moment. But, in the midst of this many of us... Continue Reading →

I loved Vacation Bible School as a child. I especially loved the times we would sing. One of those songs was "JOY." "J-O-Y. J-O-Y. This is what it means. Jesus first. Yourself last and Others in between." I do believe the basic message in the song. We always love Jesus first. We love Him with... Continue Reading →

Wow! Every day we wake up and ask - what next? It breaks our hearts. What is the answer? There definitely are enough opinions to last a lifetime. Today, I want to do what Psalm 71 is all about to me. It speaks of sharing with the next generation what God has done with my... Continue Reading →

Do we need some kindness today? Can I get an Amen? It seems in our society there is a lot more meanness going on! Our country, home, churches, and schools need to be reminded of the old song by Glen Campbell "Try a Little Kindness." The chorus goes like this; " You got to try... Continue Reading →

Is it hard for you to stay focused with all of the chaos going on? Some days I admit that I have a hard time. If it's not the Virus, then we are concerned with all of the protests. One of the reasons I used Psalm 71 as my title are the verses 17-18. "Since... Continue Reading →

This point in time will be one of those pivotal moments we won't forget! It will be the topic of conversation for sometime. It will be the beginning of stories we share with friends, family, and grandchildren. Some will be asked, how did you survive the pandemic? What will you remember? Will you remember it... Continue Reading →

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