New Puppy

Yes, we have a new puppy. Why in the world, you ask, would I be writing here about our new puppy? Well, in the less than 48 hours we have had said puppy he may not have learned much, but I have! Something like a new puppy gives us insight into just how set in … Read more

Calm

11 Fools give full vent to their rage, but the wise bring calm in the end. Proverbs 29:11 NIV) Do you find that you bring a sense of calm to those around you or turmoil? If it is the latter you may want to ask yourself why. Many of us have jobs in leadership that … Read more

Unplugged

Went on a much needed vacation this week. I went to New Mexico and Arizona, Grand Canyon and other places of interest. It was a great get away with my extended family. Did a lot of hiking, which my feet and legs reminded me I have not done in a very long time! However, I … Read more

Cultivating Silence

We seem so frightened today of being alone that we never let it happen…We choke the space with continuous music, chatter, and companionship to which we do not even listen. It is simply there to fill the vacuum. When the noise stops there is no inner music to take its place. – Ann Morrow Lindbergh … Read more

The First

I am sitting at home today soaking in the past year and contemplating the coming year. It is the first and that is what you are supposed to do on the first. The last week I had the privilege of having both of my kids and their spouses home for the holidays. A treat and … Read more