A Crash Course in Humility

The Instant Humility Machine. That’s How I Roll I stand in the fellowship hall looking for someone standing alone, someone “free.” I want a cup of coffee, see, but I have no way to carry it  to a table from the big friendly urn in the corner. Everywhere I look, our congregants are engaged.  Over near […]


Cripples and Crutches

My Maternal Grandparents. Ca. 1970 Lists, Leaning, and the Lord “‘Pa,” I said, “I need a piece of paper.” I eyed the steno pad on his desk. “What for?” “Grandma and I are going to the store and I need to make a list.” “Lists are crutches. Just remember what all you need–it’s good for […]


How Many Cookies?

Seventy-two Cookies. April, 2011. [May 13: I’m linking up with Ann Kroeker’s Food on Fridays. I encourage you to visit the delightfulness there. You’ll also find a link to a freebie at Arby’s! ] The Kitchen Pharisee I indulged in some Kitchenaid therapy the other day, baking chocolate chip cookies. Creaming butter and sugars calms […]


How Many Cookies?

Seventy-two Cookies. April, 2011. [May 13: I’m linking up with Ann Kroeker’s Food on Fridays. I encourage you to visit the delightfulness there. You’ll also find a link to a freebie at Arby’s! ] The Kitchen Pharisee I indulged in some Kitchenaid therapy the other day, baking chocolate chip cookies. Creaming butter and sugars calms […]


>How Many Cookies?

> Seventy-two Cookies. April, 2011. [May 13: I’m linking up with Ann Kroeker’s Food on Fridays. I encourage you to visit the delightfulness there. You’ll also find a link to a freebie at Arby’s! ] The Kitchen Pharisee I indulged in some Kitchenaid therapy the other day, baking chocolate chip cookies. Creaming butter and sugars […]