Going Home
Do you remember the 1982 movie, E. T? It was the story of a small, extra-terrestrial alien who was left behind when a visit to earth ended in an abrupt exit. It would point skyward and in a yearning voice cry, “Home.” All it wanted to do was go home! When the time came for it to do just that, it promised 10-year-old Elliott Taylor (the boy who befriended it) that even though their homes were a great distance apart, they would always be in each other’s heart. When I was a little girl...
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Getting groceries had now become a necessity, having delayed the onerous task for too long. Now I faced the threat of rain, but I determined that I could make it to Food Basics and home again before the skies opened up. So, with my grocery bags and list in hand, and my ever faithful umbrella under my arm (No, I’m not a pessimist; I just like to be prepared!), I set out to do the unavoidable task that I’ve been doing for several decades. I ignored the gentle sprinkles of rain dotting...
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There’s an understanding in the writing world that a blank page can be a writer’s nightmare—whether on an old fashioned typewriter, a notebook, or a computer screen. It’s called writer’s block. Often those dreaded moments can be fed by the belief that one’s writing is unworthy of being read. But in order to move ahead, a writer must strive to battle through the frustration, anxiety, and self-doubt that emanates from the negative experience of the blank page or screen. On the...
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In last month’s post, The Toxic Gossip Train I shared my belief that judging, criticizing, and gossiping are destructive in any situation. This short post dwells on a similar topic: being conscious of how we speak to one another. I believe most of us, if not all of us, are aware of someone who has suffered—emotionally, physically, and perhaps spiritually—by unkind, inconsiderate, and often damaging words. I’m quite sure that none of us would want to be the victim of such an...
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I had lunch at the home of a new friend the other day— I say a new friend because that’s the best way to describe our friendship. We met just a few years ago and when a text is sent or a phone call is made, we put plans into motion to be together. We have much in common: our age, our interest in studying the Bible, our efforts in maintaining a healthy body and mind, and the value of connecting and staying connected with family. We simply enjoy being with one another! As our afternoon...
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If you’ve ever read a portion of the Bible and found yourself troubled by its meaning, be assured you’re not alone. Portions of Scripture can be confusing, so much so that you might find yourself guessing at its meaning, even wondering how or if it applies to your daily life. And perhaps it’s for this reason that many attempts have been made to bring understanding and clarity to the Bible. For example, I remember my brother and his wife owning a large painting that hung in their home...
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