Month: February 2011
Updated on March 2, 2013
Texas Independence
On March 1, 1836, 59 delegates met at Washington-on-the-Brazos and decided whether to declare their independence from an increasingly hostile Mexican government. By day 2, March 2nd, they had ratified and signed their declaration. The document listed several …
Posted on February 27, 2011
Writing Is Therapy
Writing for me is therapy. I’m a bit of a loner, in case you did not already figure that out. I have lots of friends and family, but I seem to keep most things to myself. Men are …
Updated on October 10, 2011
Mothers
I do not think there is any job more important than being a mom. Yes, fathers are important too, but your mother is constantly there, nurturing and teaching in ways that men usually can’t. I lost my Mother …
Updated on August 6, 2013
How To Buy A Mattress
If they list the 10 worst things that people hate doing, buying a mattress is probably right between going to the dentist and divorce court. There are few things as dreaded as negotiating the terror that is finding the …
Updated on January 31, 2013
Why Does God Get the Blame?
Why Blame God? The following blog post was in response to an article written asking why God allowed the Arizona shootings. No other topic brings out the passion in me than someone ignorantly blaming God for evil. The …
Updated on May 31, 2011
Lord, even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from the table.
Lord, even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from the table. I am presently working on a page about Jesus healing the daughter of a Syrophoenician (Matthew 15:21-28 Mark 7:24-30). Part of this requires research to find …
Updated on February 26, 2011
A Thunderstorm Lesson
A Thunderstorm Lesson Today, I found myself reading in my bedroom when a late summer storm hit. Boris is usually terrified by storms, but this time he came and crouched on my lap. As the thunder and lightning …
Updated on February 7, 2011
Awareness Awareness Day
Awareness Awareness Day Call me a cynic, you probably will, but I get a chuckle when I see these wristbands or “awareness bracelets”. Yea, I understand it makes the wearer feel better about him/herself and possibly raises some …
Updated on February 7, 2011
Suggestions For Earth Day!
Suggestions For Earth Day! As luck would have it, today is Earth Day, that wonderful day we celebrate the planet instead of its Creator. Al Gore be praised! To help you make the most of this glorious day, …
Updated on January 31, 2013
God Does Not Abuse His Children!
God Does Not Abuse His Children! “My (sickness) is one of the greatest gifts that God has given me.” — A Theologian Recently, I read an article by a prominent theologian that made the point that his sickness …
Updated on February 26, 2011
A Very Special Christmas Blog
A Very Special Christmas Blog One of my favorite holiday movies is It’s A Wonderful Life. I’ve probably watched it 50 times and it never grows old. If you’ve never seen it, or just forgot the story, it …
Updated on February 6, 2011
True Heroes
True Heroes The “hero” title gets thrown around a whole lot these days. But since it is Veteran’s Day, I thought it appropriate to highlight a few Medal of Honor recipients through the years. What some of these …
Updated on July 1, 2011
Independence Day
Independence Day Tomorrow of course is July 4th, the day we celebrate American Independence. For some its a time to travel, watch fireworks, go to the lake, or just relax. Few really appreciate all that transpired some 232 …
Updated on February 11, 2011
A Tribute To Audrey
A Tribute To Audrey It wasn’t until later in life when I began to appreciate older films. It does seem at times like you’re watching a 90 minute smoking commercial with the proliferation of scenes with people puffing …
Posted on February 6, 2011
What Happened to the “Human” in Human Resources?
Early in my career I was fortunate to work for a wonderful businessman. His philosophy was very simple; “Treat everyone like they are your best customer, and they just might become just that.” I’ve tried to follow that …
Updated on February 6, 2011
Why Do Americans Love Reality TV?
Why Do Americans Love Reality TV? I must confess, I do not watch much television anymore. There are many reasons for this: lack of interest, too busy, better things to do, and most importantly, television is just plain …
Updated on February 6, 2011
Remembering 9-11
Sometimes it seems I’m the last to know what’s happening in the world. I didn’t know we had been attacked until well after all four jets had made their deadly plunge.
Updated on February 26, 2011
Christmas Memories
Do you remember what you received for Christmas when you were 6? How about 7? Or 8? Its nearly impossible for me to remember the gifts. But what I do remember, is priceless.