Monthly Archives: June 2024

For more than a decade of my life, the third Thursday of June had a special significance. It was marking day, a day when we didn’t go to school so the teachers could put our final grades on our report … Continue reading →

My sister-in-law recently told me about seeing a large flock of drunken robins. What first caught her eye were a large number of them unsteadily walking around in random directions. Others were perched on limbs leaning at odd angles and … Continue reading →

It happens to all of us. When we are young, we view our elders as reallllllllyyyyy ancient. Out of touch. Close-minded. Judgmental. Cranky, even. The first broken window in our neighbors house from an errant baseball. The teacher who should … Continue reading →

In Genesis, chapter 22, God commanded Abraham to sacrifice his beloved son Isaac as a burnt offering.  It was a test of Abraham’s willingness to obey God’s command, even when it was painful.  We remember how Abraham and Isaac traveled … Continue reading →

Most mothers have a “labor” story they can choose to share. (Sometimes I wonder why they bombard expectant mothers with those stories, some are not pleasant). Let’s fast forward to the birth.  When your new bundle is placed in your arms, … Continue reading →

I’m always excited by the gifts the people of my church impart on us.  We have people who share their wonderful musical talents, those who have great organizational skills, many who cook and organize food events, folks who share their … Continue reading →

This weekend we celebrate Father’s Day. A holiday that my husband refers to as an afterthought to Mother’s Day. One that had to be created to be fair; one that creates difficulty finding appropriate gifts and one that is often … Continue reading →

Today in the year 313 the Edict of Milan by the Roman Emperors Constantine and Licinius was posted in Nicomedia. The proclamation granted freedom of religion for people in the Empire which meant it was now legal to be a … Continue reading →

June – the month of brides and weddings! Ah marriage! I remember so well. I’m in love with a girl at 23. It’s bliss. We’ll be happy forever! Then reality hits! Everything that was once I, me or mine, now … Continue reading →

Each of our days, even if one is retired, has a special place in our weeks and in our lives. There are certain things we do on certain days; even rest and leisure have their schedule of rhythm. Monday is … Continue reading →