Life is a conversation. Make it a good one. I read that little quote in a book the other day and it was one of those statements that caused me to pause and really think it through. It contains an extraordinary amount of truth, and it also contains a challenge; a challenge that reveals a…
“I’ve been hunting something for a very long time. I guess since I started playing music.” Sheila wanted more of an answer, and was happy to work for it. Though it’s hard to tell what she’s thinking behind the straighteness of her smile. An interviewer who wants, but doesn’t give makes a tough conversation. But…
As Valentine’s Day approaches, our thoughts turn to love—both romantic love, and the kind that requires red lace underwear. Love is simple, but it isn’t always easy. In any intimate relationship, there is the need for both romantic love, and the red lace underwear kind. The key to a successful relationship is in striking a…
I sin. No, scratch that. I sin a WHOLE lot. Constantly. Every day. All the time. No, I’m not a bad person; I’m just honest about my sin. I understand what it is, and I am resigned that despite every best effort, I will invariably forever be a wretched sinner (and we all are). But,…
February typically brings the first ‘warm’ front of the year with a day or two approaching, if not well in to the 80’s. These few warmer days spur many to fanciful thoughts of springs emanate arrival. Fertilize, plant and prepare; A few things we can do this month that will pay long term rewards for…
This is the time of the year when we start enjoying a little better weather, and start getting our life back to normal. February is an unusual month, shorter than average with the main things being Superbowl and of course Valentine’s. I’m not going to get in the middle of which is the more significant…
Old Timer is our resident cranky old guy. We all know one or love one, and we’ve become quite fond of Old Timer, and enjoy letting him spout off about stuff that he sees happening around town. Old Timer, who the hell are you? I look around town to see if I can spot you,…