Monthly Archives: July 2018

Teachers are at their most successful, when they actively empathize with their students.  It’s about understanding where they come from, especially in our public school system.  We will fail the next generation if we, as middle-aged or senior citizens, do … Continue reading →

It was my granddaughter’s prom night. Her dad texted pictures – beautiful young women in gorgeous long dresses, escorted by handsome young men in tuxes. It’s said that “A picture is worth a thousand words.” The prom pictures were proof … Continue reading →

Most of us have probably been accused, at one time or another, of joining in an endeavor but not giving it our best effort! The common expression for this is “dialing it in!” I’d like to share with you a … Continue reading →

In 1 Chronicles 16:8, “Give Praise to the Lord, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done.” This is David’s message, speaking in the Bible. It’s also Martin Luther, speaking in Germany. This is my grandparents, … Continue reading →

I have been thinking about children.  Lately, children have been prominent in the headlines and in our prayers.  On a personal level, July keeps my memories of children  “green” as it is the month in which both of my children … Continue reading →

My father called it the “dot painting.” The proper name in English is “A Sunday Afternoon in the Island of La Grande Jattee” by Georges Seurat. Both names tell you something about the painting. Dad was intrigued because close up … Continue reading →

Most television commercials are pretty boring, but once in a while an entertaining one comes along. In one of my favorites, which you may have seen (it can be found on YouTube), a groundskeeper is painting the end zone of … Continue reading →

I just came back from a short walk. The evening breeze was refreshing and the setting sun was painting glorious colors on the horizon. Now, back at my familiar place before the computer, I’m surprised to hear rolls of thunder. … Continue reading →

Have you ever been in a restaurant trying to have a nice meal and conversation with your significant other, when all of a sudden some noisy children arrive? Without any respect for others, including their own parents, they just do … Continue reading →

In 1 Chronicles 16:8, “Give Praise to the Lord, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done.” This is David’s message, speaking in the Bible. It’s also Martin Luther, speaking in Germany. This is my grandparents, … Continue reading →