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 […]


She Said "Yes"!

Aloha! And So Did She. And So Did She. Our vacation begins tomorrow.  My husband, Rich, and I will fly to Hawaii to visit my daughter Elaine, (whose birthday was yesterday), her husband Rob, our grandsons, Cadence and Sawyer, and the baby sister who is eagerly expected in September.  We’ve arranged care for our dogs. […]


A Recent "Trip"

Bibles. We Need More. Thank you, Nikole Hahn! Last week was a busy week around here, what with lists and all.  In the midst of all that business, my friend and BibleDude.net colleague Nikole Hahn invited me to guest post at her place, spreading the Bible-gathering word among new ears. Please drop by her place […]


Restoring the Lamps, Part Two

Lamps Under Renovation. Protection It’s Saturday morning and the day overflows with what-could-be. I clear the remnants of yesterday’s living from the kitchen island, make space for a project. My project. I’m going to return these old lamps to usefulness. Rich will supervise, of course, because I’ve never rewired a lamp before. He assures me it’s […]


Restoring the Lamps, Part Two

Lamps Under Renovation. Protection It’s Saturday morning and the day overflows with what-could-be. I clear the remnants of yesterday’s living from the kitchen island, make space for a project. My project. I’m going to return these old lamps to usefulness. Rich will supervise, of course, because I’ve never rewired a lamp before. He assures me it’s […]