I looked into the crib of my newborn baby son sound asleep. He was the image of peace. In my mind, however, peace was rapidly disappearing. Fears flooded my thoughts. I imagined this little boy someday joining the army and losing his life for his country. Or what if he…
Read moreIf someone offered to lead me on a hike around the edges of the Grand Canyon but asked me to wear a blindfold, I would be dubious. If he assured me that he was an expert on the trails, I might feel a little bit better. But when he declared…
Read moreLast week, the dirt began to surface. Have you ever noticed how your beautifully clean yard changes instantly when the snow melts off? Within 24 hours my yard went from pristine to embarrassing. Long lost mittens, once buried plastic bats and forgotten newspapers now litter the muddy yard. It just…
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