“Any man’s death diminishes me, Because I am involved in mankind, And therefore never send to know for whom the bell tolls; It tolls for thee.” From “No Man Is An Island” by John Donne. It is imperative that we do not get into a protracted or worse, vicious debate about which lives matter moreContinue reading “Any man’s death diminishes me…”
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Amazing Friday Mornings!
Sunny Friday mornings are like that best bite you were saving for last… Have a great day everyone!
Tragically Flawed
I don’t know… Seems to me people do not really go from hero to zero overnight; and certainly not in an instant. If someone spends a lifetime doing everything pretty well, getting most of it right and doing their best to be a positive force for good, but in a single moment makes a significantlyContinue reading “Tragically Flawed”
Another “Hero” Falls?
Does anyone else feel really let down by all the revelations about our old hero, Bill Cosby? Wow; seems surreal… But actually, it reinforces a point that I have often preached, but apparently not heeded. Heros aren’t those people… They aren’t! End of Story! So you may ask, “What do you mean ‘those people?’” Well,Continue reading “Another “Hero” Falls?”
I Fed on His Wonder…He Fed on My Joy
Once, a fairly long time ago, when we had first arranged our basement as a place to watch movies and hang out together as a family, my son and I came across a concert on PBS. It was Yanni’s concert “At The Wall.” Now understand, we had configured this basement viewing room with a newContinue reading “I Fed on His Wonder…He Fed on My Joy”
Love wins…today…
I’ve seen it said today that while the decision of the Supreme Court is all well and good, there will be blowback and future fights…. Well, there always are. In 1st Corinthians 15:32 we are reminded of this: “If after the manner of men I have fought with beasts, what advantage it me, if theContinue reading “Love wins…today…”
Nothingness
My insignificance is profound. My constant presence continues to be absent and my words flow ever upward where I can only hope God is listening. I move amidst the many and they walk right through me light a specter or shadow that defines the edge of the light. I make no noticeable sound inspite ofContinue reading “Nothingness”
Ephemeral
e·phem·er·al – əˈfem(ə)rəl/ – adjective Lasting for a very short time. “fashions are ephemeral.” Synonyms: transitory, transient, fleeting, passing, short-lived, momentary, brief, short; Life…live yours while you are alive
Silence and Stillness
Silence is when there is no noise around you. Stillness is when there is no noise inside you.
In Memoriam
And the rain falls like tears when the heavens can no longer take the pain. In quiet pools we reflect on those who have not died in vain.