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Category: Reflections on Life

2012, character, Christian life

Out of the heart?

A long time ago in a faraway land, otherwise known as Singletown, I dated an artist who used his talent … Continue reading Out of the heart?

2012, character, Christian life, family, parenting

Out of (my) control…

I was getting the batting line-up from our head coach just before our final game of the season, when I … Continue reading Out of (my) control…

2012, character, Christian life, Humor, parenting

The bright side…

The question, “To win or not to win,” has been answered. The boys varsity baseball team aimed to win–but it … Continue reading The bright side…

2012, character, Christian life, family, parenting

To win or not to win…

As my son’s varsity baseball team enters this week of tournament games, all of us are aware that a loss … Continue reading To win or not to win…

2012, character, Christian life, family, friends, parenting

Hero worship…

My son proudly told me what is in his bio, which I will officially read when I attend the school … Continue reading Hero worship…

2012, character, Christian life

On my honor…

During my stint as a juror, I was impressed by the honor shown within the courtroom. We potential jurors learned … Continue reading On my honor…

2012, Humor, memories

Hunger Games: Jury version

So I was headed to our county courthouse for yet another “opportunity” to be chosen for jury duty, fearing a … Continue reading Hunger Games: Jury version

We Returned to the River Without Him and It Hurt So Good
2012, Death & Loss, life stories, memories, Reflections on Life

We Returned to the River Without Him and It Hurt So Good

It’s difficult to return to a favorite spot you’d always shared with someone you loved but is gone. But this year we returned to the river — and the missing was good. Continue reading We Returned to the River Without Him and It Hurt So Good

Here’s Why I Know the Online Life Is Overrated
2012, character, life stories, memories

Here’s Why I Know the Online Life Is Overrated

The lazy spring days of vacation disappeared surprisingly fast and were delightful — except for that nagging urge to get online. Which backfired… Continue reading Here’s Why I Know the Online Life Is Overrated

What Everybody Ought to Know About Online Identities
2012, character, Christianity

What Everybody Ought to Know About Online Identities

When I taught middle and high school students, I warned them that their online posts were there forever — but I didn’t realize they could also disappear. Continue reading What Everybody Ought to Know About Online Identities

2012, life

Fat pants, cat lap…

Several weeks ago, I titled this post “Fat pants, cat lap…” because my cat was making me feel fat. But … Continue reading Fat pants, cat lap…

Their Chance to Shine Was This Teacher’s Time to Grade Myself
2012, character, People, teaching

Their Chance to Shine Was This Teacher’s Time to Grade Myself

As the high school English teacher, I lead seniors through their Capstone Projects, a graduation requirement. But their achievement makes me see myself in a different light. Continue reading Their Chance to Shine Was This Teacher’s Time to Grade Myself

When We Finally Met Face to Face, It Was a Little Piece of Heaven
2012, Christian life, friends

When We Finally Met Face to Face, It Was a Little Piece of Heaven

She was someone I’d gotten to know in my online classes. We finally met in person, and it reminded me how much we can look forward to seeing God one day. Continue reading When We Finally Met Face to Face, It Was a Little Piece of Heaven

This Is How to Be a Winner Even When You Lose
2012, Christianity, inspiration, life lessons, self

This Is How to Be a Winner Even When You Lose

The definition of winning is much broader than the number on a visible or unseen scoreboard. What’s more, Charlie Sheen is NOT the epitome of the term Continue reading This Is How to Be a Winner Even When You Lose

When You Have the Urge, This Is the Best Splurge of All
2012, life, memories, spring cleaning

When You Have the Urge, This Is the Best Splurge of All

Sometimes the moments we steal from work or all those “shoulds” and “to dos” cluttering our minds are the best splurges of all. Continue reading When You Have the Urge, This Is the Best Splurge of All

Hoodie = hoodlum?
2012, fashion, life

Hoodie = hoodlum?

The blogger explores the role fashion played in the death of Trayvon Martin, a teen wearing a hoodie shot by a self-appointed neighborhood watchman in March 2012. Continue reading Hoodie = hoodlum?

Is Honesty or Timely Honesty the Best Policy?
2012, character, Christianity, life, relationships

Is Honesty or Timely Honesty the Best Policy?

Sometimes truth doesn’t need to be spoken in the moment. Maybe it needs to be spoken after the moment — and my anger or frustration — has passed. Continue reading Is Honesty or Timely Honesty the Best Policy?

2012, life

Update on Freaky Friday…

As I declared then, and continue to believe, I was the victim here, not the rabbit. I was merely its … Continue reading Update on Freaky Friday…

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