Rest for the Weary, and for the Rest of Us Too

Rest, do you ever think about it? I mean seriously and intentionally plan rest into your day or week? Sometimes it seems we are going so fast we forget to stop. You know the old saying stop and take time to smell the flowers? While I think that’s a great idea, I am actually purposingContinueContinue reading “Rest for the Weary, and for the Rest of Us Too”

Life Lessons From Kids Who Shoot Bows

I had the privilege of spending part of my weekend in a youth archery event. These events are always interesting to me. There are parents and children from different walks of life gathered from all over the state with one common denominator; a child who shoots archery. There are youth from all age ranges andContinueContinue reading “Life Lessons From Kids Who Shoot Bows”

Lonely, but not Alone

I see you sitting there. Reading this, alone, at the end of a day. I see you, and I understand you, because some times I am you. Sometimes, I think we all are. We live busy lives in a busy world, and yet sometimes we feel completely alone while surrounded by people. I am sorryContinueContinue reading “Lonely, but not Alone”

Balance

On my way to work the other day I drove past a small apartment playground.  Glancing over I was struck by the 1970’s something teeter-totter sitting in the middle of the playground. It was bright red and covered in a slight snow that we had received the previous day.  It was begging to be playedContinueContinue reading “Balance”