I am a bit of a chocolate addict. I try not to buy candy when the neighborhood kids are selling them for school because I lack self-control in this department. I can’t simply eat one chocolate truffle. I will eat the whole box within twenty-four hours. I know my weakness. I realized I had a…
A couple of years ago, I learned that I was not drinking enough fluid, and this was impacting my health adversely. I ended up in the office of a specialist who sat me down and advised me that I needed to be more proactive about staying hydrated. Water is life to the body. Without it,…
Photo Credit: Terri Heisele, via Free Images I’m an educator. This means I must stay sharp. I must keep learning. Last week, I got an e-mail at work about an upcoming educational seminar. Because I am nerdy, this kind of e-mail really excites me. I clicked on over to the website to read up on the…
Last night I spent some time at a friend’s house, and she showed me her extensive music collection. She had music from every era and genre – contemporary Christian, 70’s rock, disco, Motown, Gospel choir albums. She had over one hundred albums. The problem is that every single one is on cassette. I…
A young man lost his life on the streets of Ferguson, Missouri. His parents are grieving, and his community is in crisis. A law enforcement officer is in seclusion in fear for his life. His family also hurts, and his brothers in uniform are on the defensive. As images of demonstrations appear on television, we…
I met her in the eighth grade. I’d never really known anyone like her. She was poised. She spoke with grace. Her countenance reflected a peace I’d never really seen in anyone. This woman loved Jesus. As a new believer, I looked on at her life and wondered how I could be more like her. I really…