Higher Ways, Better Plans

“God’s plans always exceed our expectations." Louie Giglio Frequently, I attempt to orchestrate things on my own, yet no matter how prepared I am, the results fall short of my expectations. Sometimes, the plan just flat-out bombs. Other times, I choose to truly trust God and follow His leading. Those are the moments when the … Continue reading Higher Ways, Better Plans

Throwback Thursday: A Masterpiece

Just as my imperfect pottery creation found purpose, life’s dings do not make us useless. God redeems our dents to serve a greater, charitable mission.

TDZ Retrospective: A Masterpiece

Posted April 14, 2013. I made this Piggy bank as a gift several years ago. When The Big Guy was a grad student I was able to use the studio in the student center. The studio was run for and by students. The prices were good plus it was convenient. I worked on Piggy for … Continue reading TDZ Retrospective: A Masterpiece

TDZ Retrospective: On Calendars…

Originally  posted October 3, 2010. I have one of those big calendars on my desk at work. It is actually a very useful tool. I use it to keep up with events throughout the month. It also makes a great notepad. As I was changing the calendar Friday I was struck by the difference between … Continue reading TDZ Retrospective: On Calendars…

A Masterpiece

        I made this Piggy bank as a gift several years ago. When The Big Guy was a grad student I was able to use the studio in the student center. The studio was run for and by students. The prices were good and it was convenient. I worked on Piggy for several hours until … Continue reading A Masterpiece

Blog Purpose

My original blog started as the result of a class project in 1996. It has changed purposes and servers over the years. This reincarnation of The Dee Zone started in 2007 as way place an outlet for my writing. Having a blog also gives me a place to rant. My theme for last year was … Continue reading Blog Purpose