Children are precious, especially when they’re still in the innocent stage of seeing every colorful bloom as a beautiful flower. For a few years, those plants we invest hours and paychecks in eliminating, known to us as weeds, are bright perky flowers the color of sunshine, a wonderful way to express love. Best of all, …
Metaphors, parables, material roots for exploring devotional ideas.
Alpha Makes the Difference
I don’t remember what the trigger was, but suddenly a thought occurred to me and it stuck: Alpha is the difference between ‘prying’ and ‘praying’. Take a look – it’s right there, or not, and makes all the difference. Alpha is the Greek name for the letter A. It is also one of the names …
Dishwasher Inspections
I’ve been inspecting dishes as I unload the dishwasher for many years now, perhaps you do too. The thing is, the jets in that machine are fabulous at what they do, washing many dishes at the same time, but there are a few food bits that can hang on until they get some special attention …
For the Love of Dog
You’ve heard of the differences between cats & dogs – that cats are independent and aloof, whereas dogs are pack animals, loyal and social to a fault. Interesting, isn’t it, that by simply reversing the letters, you get ‘god’….hmmm…. I’ve been in daily contact with a 2yo Golden Retriever. When I am the only human …
Foundations
“Don’t stomp so much!” Well, with 200 lbs coming down on a size 9 1/2 wide, usually at a moderately brisk pace, it’s a little tough to step lightly. The worst is hard heels on a wooden floor – it takes all I have to not run for the carpeting because the sound is so …