Just Killin Time

“Hey, what’s up …what’s going on ….. Oh nothing, just killing time.“ Sometimes it seems that time has no value and you want to make it pass quickly. In prison, the convict is “doing time”. In school you may hear, “I can’t wait until this class, this term is over.” “Auuuuugh, I’m so bored….life is … Continue reading Just Killin Time

When I Get Big

I guess this BLOG is mainly directed to my grandchildren…. those who are still trying to figure out what they’re going to do when they get big. When I was 7, I was going to be a major league baseball player. When my son Jon was 7 , he was going to be a fireman. … Continue reading When I Get Big

Is My Soul Ready ?

What are some things that need to be in place in order to accomplish an important goal or mission in life? While there are a number of things, let me mention two… “timing and passion”. Back in 1980, Judy and I were praying about moving from Pennsylvania to New Jersey to become part of a new … Continue reading Is My Soul Ready ?

Safe Lodging & Holy Rest

My mother died in 1996, over 26 years ago. As we were working on the details of her funeral, I thought of her life and the many trials she endured and how she had persevered to the end…. 40 years a widow, battling addiction and never giving up. I thought of many dark days she … Continue reading Safe Lodging & Holy Rest

Baptism

A few days ago was the anniversary of my baptism. My family celebrated with me… a special dinner, cards and gifts, and honorings … encouraging me for qualities of the Lord they saw in me. It was great; I felt very encouraged as my children and their spouses and children joined in. Baptism is a … Continue reading Baptism

What About Dave

The movie “Around the World In 80 Days” was on T.V. recently. "It’s the fictional story of Phileas Fogg making a very large wager with a snobbish member of the prestigious Reform Club that he can circumnavigate the world in 80 days.”  It reminded me of a mindset that can plague me when I travel…. should I try … Continue reading What About Dave

Mike

Have you ever bumped into an old friend you haven’t seen for many years… not just a casual acquaintance, but a good friend. The other day I reconnected with a very good friend from the old days. Mike and I were good friends….. we played sports together in high school, were members of the same … Continue reading Mike