Note: Originally posted on 19 December 2008 in our of The Big Guy and My 10th anniversary. We were married in the same country church were my mom grew up and my grandparents were married. This picture was taken in the summer so the it looked quite different in December. That part of Texas doesn’t … Continue reading Flashback: Memories
But I Want To Be a Star …
I heard a coach discussing a promising young player who was excited about playing and being a star. Unfortunately, the player did not fully comprehend what was involved in being a star. Somehow, he did not understand that there was much more to being a star that making big plays. He didn't comprehend that it … Continue reading But I Want To Be a Star …
Flashback: What Every Parent of A Child With Learning Disabilities Needs to Know
Originally posted 24 August 2007 First learn about your child’s learning disability. Find out the symptoms or traits and problems this disability may cause. Be sure to keep a record of every meeting, test results and diagnosis your child has. Become informed of the rights you and your child have under the IDEA law. This … Continue reading Flashback: What Every Parent of A Child With Learning Disabilities Needs to Know
Flashback: Itchy Tags
Note: Flashback posts are celebrating 3 yrs of blogging (this time around). Ok, actually it was in July but I several favorite posts. Originally posted 19 December 2007 I’m trying to work unfortunately I’m distracted by an itchy tag. There is nothing worse than creating the optimal work environment only to be distracted by something … Continue reading Flashback: Itchy Tags
Lists and Marriage
This is something I have been thinking about for several months. Many months ago I had a conversation with a young adult about the credentials he had for a potential mate. He had spent a great deal of time composing a rather detailed list. To his credit he had focused on character traits rather than … Continue reading Lists and Marriage
“I’m just a struggling Christian; not a good one like you.”
That statement from a conversation I had last month has haunted me. It is the kind of statement that just sticks with you and pops up when least expected. There are many aspects of that statement that get me. First, I'm a struggling Christian. Honestly, most Christians are struggling even if they are not willing … Continue reading “I’m just a struggling Christian; not a good one like you.”
Flashback: Lessons From Crocs
Editor's note: Orignially posted 24 May 2009. On a recent shopping trip I got stuck in an unusually long line. While waiting I begin comparing a display of knock-off “Crocs” type shoes with my Crocs. As I was comparing the shoes I realized that there were some spiritual lessons that could be gleaned from the … Continue reading Flashback: Lessons From Crocs
The Dee Zone 