Category Archives: Opinion

Picking Blackberries as a Life Analogy

Posted on August 30, 2019 by

Recently, my husband and I were on a hunt for wild blackberries in a natural area close to our home. If you’ve ever picked blackberries, you know that flesh wounds are nearly inevitable as the juicy berries are nestled among … Continue reading →

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Variety: The Spice of Life … and Writing

Posted on July 23, 2019 by

Many suggest that picking a niche to blog about is the way to success. They may be right, but I decline to narrow my focus. Here is a look at my wide range of topics. Continue reading →

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My Christian Commitments in a Post-Christian World

Posted on June 27, 2019 by

Growing up in the west during last few decades of the twentieth century, I took for granted that Judeo-Christian ethics and morality were the social norms and that even many of those who chose to ignore them at least acknowledged … Continue reading →

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Interacting Online with Differing Opinions: To Engage or Not to Engage?

Posted on May 25, 2019 by

Today’s digitally-connected world is more polarized than ever. As one who came of age before the proliferation of social media, I still sometimes sit back with amazement to think about how we can now easily interact with people and content … Continue reading →

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Planners and Spontaneous People: Honest Thoughts from a Planner

Posted on April 7, 2019 by

Like oil and water, those that like to plan their schedules in advance and those who operate with nothing but spontaneity don’t mix well. At least under natural circumstances. Planners, of which I am one, like to know what is … Continue reading →

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The Strange Dynamic of Facebook Friendships

Posted on March 26, 2019 by

A cynical, possibly humorous discussion on the difference between real life friends and Facebook friends. Continue reading →

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Balancing Humor and Gospel Sober-Mindedness

Posted on February 5, 2019 by

I love to laugh, be silly and spread humor and ridiculum. It gives me great joy to discover or think up something funny and share it with others. If it makes me laugh, or smile, I figure it might do … Continue reading →

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Traveling New Zealand: South Island Majestic Beauty

Posted on January 20, 2019 by

The first two weeks of 2019 found my husband Mike and I taking a road trip through the stunningly beautiful South Island of New Zealand. The how and why of our ending up there went a little something like this. … Continue reading →

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Theology of Gratitude

Posted on November 21, 2018 by

As those of us who are fortunate enough to reside in the United States of America prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, we find a seasonal opportunity foisted upon us to reflect upon the blessings we have in our lives. Those things … Continue reading →

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An Easy Way to Keep Your Boss Happy

Posted on November 19, 2018 by

I’m willing to assume that most people who report to a boss are interested in ways to make sure their boss is happy. After all, when the boss is happy, he is easier to get along with, she may treat … Continue reading →

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