A recent trip found me wandering around the streets and lanes of the small, flourishing town of Chippenham, England, with its lively market. Nestled on the banks of the River Avon, tourists love to take a quick drive out of London and relax and enjoy part of the Cotswolds. Well, I suppose not all inhabitants… Continue reading Wolf & Four Companions (Eye Catcher)
“For sale: baby shoes, never worn.” is a six-word story allegedly written by Ernest Hemingway many years ago. As I read the half-dozen words, my heart immediately cried out, as I envisioned a mother weeping at the loss of her baby. Whether a piece of short fiction created by a great writer, or just an… Continue reading For Sale – Baby Shoes “Never Worn”
Advice is often welcomed, sometimes followed, but rarely totally ignored. Most humans recognize we need input from others to aid us in our daily walk. Often the help comes from family and friends. Print material, or ‘Dear Abbey’ supply hints to help us survive. Other times our ears listen to unwise words, perhaps from unwanted… Continue reading Advice From a Polar Bear
The Bible defines humility as “the fear of the Lord” (Proverbs 22:4). In Latin, the word is ‘humus’ or ‘of the earth’. We call it soil that is formed by decomposition of leaves and other plant life. Thus, to be humble is to be face down in the dirt, submitting to the authority of another.… Continue reading Humility – Servanthood
While eating breakfast recently, my eyes suddenly focused on a strange sight. Several customers were clustering around the next table with their phones pointed to an unusual object. The waitress had just placed a large platter of pancakes before the customer. What was going on? A waitress informed us that there is a special deal.… Continue reading Pancake Challenge
Hiking in the mountains on a beautiful day is invigorating, but also a bit exhausting for a senior, or even for a thirty-year-old. You drop on a ledge to catch your breath. Sunscreen has been applied to avoid pain upon your return to flat land. Suddenly a mild breeze ruffles your hair, some clouds darken… Continue reading Rainbows – God’s Reminder Note
Do you know someone who is tired, sad, depressed, over-worked, uncertain, in pain, or basically in need of support? Have you ever experienced any of these mental, emotional, or physical dark moments in your life? My guess is that I am not the Lone Ranger who has quietly shed a tear of sadness or disappointment… Continue reading Be An Encourager
My eyes took a second blink. There on the asphalt was a wee dot. Yes, it was Abraham Lincoln staring up at me from the copper spot by my car door. I started to enter the car, but then stopped and bent over. Somehow, I just could not resist the opportunity to capture a penny.… Continue reading A Lonely Penny
Kathryn Ransom 