“Forget all this serious stuff!,” a couple of people encouraged me, “just show us more pictures of your new dog!” That’s right, readers, I know we all value deep spiritual content, but – if I want to reach more and more people with the good news of God’s love, mercy, and grace – then apparently…
Read more update on Max, new dog photos, and “why I don’t run ads”
“July in review” will come later, but this morning I want to share a blessing from Friday. My friend, George, invited me to play golf and – as always – we really enjoyed the outing. I want to tell you about one hole in particular and share some photographs. It may have been seriously hot…
"it's not what happens, it's how we respond..."
Read more Happy birthday, Dad. The Rarity and Significance of 92
Early morning walk in New Bern Monday I wanted to wake up early and take a long walk before breakfast, to make the most of the limited vacation hours. But it turns out a little extra sleep was on the agenda and by the time I got outside it was already hot (I’m not exactly…
Read more A deep breath and a walk on the beach (Vacation 2020)
“What people call serendipity sometimes is just having your eyes open.” – Jose Manuel Barroso (Portuguese politician) Yesterday, rummaging through the garage (because that is what one does on a staycation), we unearthed our son-in-law Craig’s pressure washer. I think I may have found my happy place! It was actually Rebekah who did the legwork,…
more notes from vacation 2020
Read more “It’s what Mauls do!” (vacation walking and some amazing food)
looking for new perspectives...
Read more Looking for new views of the familiar (when vacation is also re-creation)
You will keep him in perfect peace, Whose mind is stayed on Yo
Read more “Photo-Friday” – some serenity from our neck of the woods
this photo should win the Internet today
Joy literally leaps from the strings...
