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Humility – Servanthood
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.… Read more
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Blueberry Memories
Growing up as a wee child in Wisconsin and other northern states in the spring and summer, I experienced many opportunities not available to youth in some other spots in the USA. My father was a civil engineer, working for the USGS, the mapping department of the federal government. This job required him to be… Read more
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History in the Making
Probably in the late 60’s the Arts Council had a day of performance by the Old State Capitol in Springfield, IL. Seth Leary, a sixth grader, had just finished reading aloud his short story. As reading coordinator for the school district, I had the privilege of interviewing him while tv cameras rolled. Recently I received… Read more
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Pancake Challenge
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.… Read more
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Snuggle Up – Care Bear Days
Lonely – Need a Friend? Busy day? Overworked? Occasional tear? Maybe need a pair of listening ears? Do any of these phrases strike a chord with your state of mind, as you read this opening thought? I collect bears, umpteen bears, bears of all sizes. There are fifty, ranging in size from a couple of… Read more
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Rainbows – God’s Reminder Note
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… Read more
Kathryn Ransom 