ABC Wednesday: E is for Energy

Energy has long been an important industry in west Texas. Traditionally that has meant oil and gas wells.  Today that also includes wind energy. I've always wondered why they couldn't figure out some way to use all of that wind out there. See more ABC Wednesday.

My World Tuesday: SEEP Nature Trails

One Sunday we decided to check out the walking trails in the University of Florida Natural Area Teaching Laboratory (NATL).  It is a 60 acre tract on the UF Campus. We took the trail through the Stormwater Ecological Enhancement Project (SEEP) stormwater retention basin. SEEP began as a course project for Ecosystems of Florida. It … Continue reading My World Tuesday: SEEP Nature Trails

Miracle Cross

Saw a commercial on T V the other day for a "miracle cross" necklace. The ad claimed that the entire "Lord's Prayer" was inscribed on a tiny crystal cross. It seems by simply viewing a "miracle" one's faith would be strengthened. Further, it would be an inspiration to others. In my not so humble opinion, … Continue reading Miracle Cross

No Whining

When I read the Bible there are some verses I'd just like to skip. Phil 2:14 is one of those verses. We are commanded to do things without complaining.  That is one passage I'd just like to skip sometimes because I'd rather whine. Instead, I need to embrace the passage.  What passages are hard for … Continue reading No Whining

Sky Watch Friday: Before the Storm

Took this one Sunday when we had gone for a walk. We were able to get back to the car just before the rain started.  Then it really started pouring down. Check out The Sky Watch Blog.

Top 10: Ideas for Valentine’s Day (or other Date Night)

Tried to post this last night but WordPress was being cantankerous and had trouble with the network tonight. In the past I have written about date night and Valentine's Day ideas.  Surprisingly according to site stats Top 10: Date Night Ideas is the most popular post I have written. I tried to focus on ideas … Continue reading Top 10: Ideas for Valentine’s Day (or other Date Night)

ABC Wednesday: D is for Dishes

A couple of years ago I started making a set of dishes.  Have all of the bowls and most of the plates done. The pattern is a bluebonnet.  The bowls have a field of bluebonnets and wild flowers. See more ABC Wednesday.