Monthly Archives: September 2016

The self is always the pivot point. Another way: what do we think of our individual self? The Apostle Paul warned of those of us who “think more highly of ourselves than we ought to think.” My message over the … Continue reading →

What matters? Not academic. Personal. Very personal. For each of us. We can list a number of answers. It matters that I continue to breathe. [That’s not simply a “duh,” because for some, not many, but some, that wouldn’t be … Continue reading →

In the swirl (more apt than pulse) of life these days, low noted by rants from political stages, my Florida friend Roger shared this. Remarkable for this 3-year-old boy drumming away. So I share a wonderful indication of joy! Subject: … Continue reading →

I got my values from my father and mother. And, for the most part, have done my best to echo them. This was all triggered yesterday by some events. Has to do with empathy, caring, doing something good and doing … Continue reading →

My eyes are in tears—but the tears don’t blur my eyesight; they glisten what I see. A short explanation. One of the churches I served was Broadmoor Community Church [United Church of Christ] in Colorado Springs, 1980-88. Many members were … Continue reading →