I guess it was bound to happen. I am injured. I hear that happens to athletes…so does this mean I am one now? Maybe one twist too many or a few steps too far. My knee (actually my meniscus) is in pain. I go for an MRI on Friday to see how bad it is. … Continue reading Injured

We would like to invite you to a reception for the Fangmann family in recognition of 9 years of ministry to our family. It is our desire to bring healing and closure for this family and to offer an opportunity for others to express gratitude for their service to us. It is our wish that … Continue reading An Invitation for my church friends

Lesson 24- Walk It Out I haven’t written a fitness blog in a long time. My guess is that you may have noticed this and wondered what is up? The reason is I have not had much to say, not a lot of new lessons really. However, I do not want you to mistake my … Continue reading Fitness Lesson 24 Walk it Out

Louise Louise had two doctor’s appointments today to review the results of her latest scan, one with the radiologist, the other with the oncologist. Both were very pleased with the results. The oncologist said that she will not have to have another scan for 6 months instead of 3. That tells me that the doctor … Continue reading Updates on Louise and Hannah

Thunderstorms in the mountains are an adventure. I remember as a kid, sitting on the front porch of our mountain home watching the clouds roll in. From up on top of the mountain, you could see, hear, and smell the storm long before it arrived. The thunder moves over and around the peaks in the … Continue reading Thunderstorms

Peter entered an essay contest at school. He was a runner up in the state. Here is his Essay...get your Kleenex. "Faith is the bird that feels the light when the dawn is still dark." Rabindranath Tagore When I was ten my mom told me she had cancer. It was a scary realization. I know … Continue reading Peter’s Essay

My heart is broken. The word says we weep with those who weep…tonight I weep for my friends the Fangmans. Leaving the church where you have served for over 8 years seems more like an amputation than a resignation. I know deep pain that comes from within the body of Christ is some of the … Continue reading Brokenhearted

On the trail again today. This time I decided to hike a waterfall, because two miles in waterfall miles is further than two miles in lake miles. At least it feels that way to my legs, and on such a gorgeous day, I was up for a challenge. I pulled in the parking lot, and … Continue reading Waterfall Dad

Louise Update I haven’t written in a long time. Soccer season is in full swing and that has limited my time in getting to Skitts Mountain for visits. Tonight Bill and I went to see Louise, and the news is good. She is doing very well. She has been released from all therapy. She even … Continue reading Louise update

Back to my walking place. Such a spectacular day. On the back side of the lake the shade is like a covering for me. A gentle breeze keeps me from the sweat that normally accompanies me on my walks. I do not see a soul…nor a bear…for the first half. On the fishing bridge I … Continue reading The Walking Place