Now that I'm older, I'm still not wiserNow that summer is over and the children are back in school I found myself indulging in a little bit of retrospective thinking. It took some doing but I was able to think all the back to when I was a youngster and heading for school myself.
Troubling News from the North PoleWhile many are absorbed with the trifling news of the weakening economy, bailing out the all but defunct auto industry, and the emergence of a new Britney Spears, news that is more important is not being heard. Believe it or not, there are some things more important than these. At least to some people.
One good look at the Good BookI very seldom get lost when I am going somewhere. That is, unless your definition of seldom is every time I need to find a new place. Then all options are out the car window.
Why Did I Get Up This Morning?All day long, I've had this burning question in my mind. One of those questions you just cannot shake and as the day progressed, it loomed larger and larger until I had to address it. Personally, I would like to have address it, put a stamp on it and send it to Timbuktu. I just do not know the ZIP code.
A Tribute To The Few Who Sacrificed For The ManyAmerica has successfully celebrated another Independence Day. I could be corrected in my calculation, but I believe every American celebrated this great holiday in some fashion, with barbecues aplenty along with many firework displays. All government offices, banks and many businesses were closed in observance of this holiday.
Was Jesus found in a California jail?When I first heard the story, I was amazed. For one, I did not know Jesus was lost. It took awhile to get over that one. Second, I was surprised to discover he was in jail, particularly in California. I'm not sure how he got there, and furthermore, I do not know how they recognized him. After all, who really looks like their driver's license photo?
Old Phil Propagated A Good Old HoaxIt began as all things begin n a long period of boredom with nothing exciting to do. Whoever said, 'Idle hands are the devil's workshop,' knew something of what they were speaking.
It Was Lights Out At The Old BallgameSomeone yelling, 'Let's play ball,' officially announces spring. Springtime and baseball seem to go together, as if God created springtime just for the national pastime.
A Page From Betty Crocker's CookbookRecently, while sitting in my chair drinking the last of my breakfast coffee, a thought staggered into my mind. I must confess most thoughts are quite lonely once they enter my mind, but this one had a nagging element to it.
Dead to the World Man WalkingOne morning this week, I woke up with a black eye. How I got it still baffles me. I have my suspicions, of course, but some things are better left to themselves no matter how lonely they may get.
It's My Body; I'll Exercise It If I Have ToLately, I have noticed a lot of news regarding all aspects of the body. According to one report I read, this is a multibillion dollar-a-year business. I never knew my body was worth so much money. I'm tempted to sell it, or at least rent it out on a part-time basis.
Chocolate Is My Favorite Health FoodFinally, the medical world has caught up with what the rest of us have known all the time, namely, chocolate is good for us. And I for one think it is about time.
A Silent Night â€' Not At My HousePeople say, as they get older their hearing is not what it used to be. I have found this to be true for myself. The older I get, and I plan to get as old as I can, the more I hear noises in the middle of the night. Noises, I might add, that I have never heard before.
Malice In 'I Wonder Who I Am' LandFor many years I maintained confidence in my personal identity. I knew exactly who I was and was quite comfortable in my skin. Although, I must confess my skin used to fit me better than it does these days.
Normally We Do But Not TodayFor a Christmas present, our children pulled their resources and gave the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage and Yours Truly a marvelous little vacation in the eastern hills of Tennessee.
