April 12, 2016
“Learn in confession to be honest with God. Do not give fair names to foul sins; call them what you will, they will smell no sweeter … It is easy to use words, but it is difficult to feel their… Continue Reading…
April 12, 2016
As I type this I am listening to Aaron Copland’s “Fanfare for the Common Man, for Brass and Percussion” I’ve heard of fanfares for Kings, Presidents, Prime Ministers, Olympic Athletes and other high and mighty personages. There will even be… Continue Reading…
April 12, 2016
We drink a lot of coffee at our house. My daughter asked me the other day if I drink a good amount of water each day. I told her yes … about 14 cups or more. She seemed pleased at… Continue Reading…
April 10, 2016
“Never tolerate the idea of martyrdom about the Cross of Jesus Christ. The Cross was a superb triumph in which the foundations of hell were shaken. There is nothing more certain in Time or Eternity than what Jesus Christ did… Continue Reading…
April 10, 2016
Early this week I received an e-mail message from a dear brother and good friend in which he expressed something of a struggle he was facing in ministry. His heart cry was expressed in the words that he felt as… Continue Reading…
April 10, 2016
This unique, abalone mosaic necklace was recently placed on auction, with a great starting price, in our e-bay store, “The Jeweled Page”. The auction expires on April 11 and already has one bid. It’s a great, eye-catching vintage piece and… Continue Reading…
April 10, 2016
Elizabeth Clephane (1830-1869) was a frail Scottish woman, who, despite her physical limitations, was known throughout her community for her helpful, cheery nature. Among the sick and dying in her area she won the name of “Sunbeam.” She wrote 8… Continue Reading…
April 20, 2016
In a few weeks, my girlfriend and I will be stepping gingerly out on the ice that we hope will be thick enough to provide some support for us in the years ahead as she contemplates leaving the work-a-day world and… Continue Reading…
April 10, 2016
The weather these days is a big tease! 40 degrees one day and 70 the next; talk of snow, rain, wind mixed in. It plays havoc with my sinuses but it also primes the pump for Spring thinking … and… Continue Reading…
April 10, 2016
One of the things this Grampy enjoys doing with his grand-daughters is snuggling on the sofa (usually in the morning) and responding to the request, “I want to watch kittys” (from Margo), or “I want to watch Kids songs” (from… Continue Reading…