I’ve been a bit out of sorts lately. Feeling frustration and stress at work, not at the big things, but at the copier, and the printer, and pencils that break...little things that don’t matter at all in the grand scheme of life or eternity. This is so noticeable, and yet so unlike me that more … Continue reading Missing Louise

If you don’t already know it, I live in a rural area. Wildlife is abundant all around, from wild hogs, to turkeys to squirrels. I have a habit of naming the animals that show up regularly around our neighborhood. Bubba Bear lives on the vacant lots around our house. He tries to be a helpful … Continue reading Henry

My dad was in the Air Force right after college. He was out before I was born, so I do not fully understand what it means to be a military family. However, I have listened to the stories of my parents. My dad wanted to fly jets. Poor vision eventually prevented that from happening, but … Continue reading My Dad is a Veteran

I wanted to write a review of Godspell. However, since my son is in it, and so are a number of students who have spent numerous hours in my basement watching movies and playing pool, I cannot exactly be unbiased. I have decided instead to write a shameless, over-the-top, promotional plug. If you don’t know … Continue reading Godspell

I usually try to avoid the political fray. I have my opinions; I just choose not to share them. I married into a political family and I know what passion looks like, both the good and the bad. I have seen politics polarize a group over a dinner table, at the water cooler, and around … Continue reading Politics