by sworel | Dec 10, 2018 | 2018, Musings
There is such power in those three little words, “I am here.” Imagine for a moment a young elementary student with a part in the school play. Those three lines he or she has to deliver are some of the most important sentences ever spoken. But maybe dad has been...
by sworel | Dec 3, 2018 | 2018, Musings
Like most people who work with children and young people, I wish the Bible had more specific things to say about child rearing. A detailed check off list would be nice. An alliterated acrostic for each season of a child’s life would help. Even a few more details about...
by sworel | Nov 26, 2018 | 2018, Musings
I wasn’t quite sure how I wanted to spend Thanksgiving vacation this year. I love the holiday, the chance to focus on remembering and of course the food, but I was unsure about travel plans. And then I got the brilliant idea to fly up to Alaska and see the Northern...
by sworel | Nov 19, 2018 | 2018, Musings
During my first (of five) knee replacement surgeries, I had a period when I was awake and aware of what was going on around me. I heard the saw, felt the hammer and I distinctly remember hearing the surgeon remarking to his assistant, “Yep, that’s about right.” About...
by sworel | Nov 12, 2018 | 2018, Musings
Recently an Australian bride confessed to some pretty selfish acts. Apparently, as the wedding preparations began, she sized up her wedding party and decided she needed to make a few adjustments. Specifically, she was concerned that her own sisters might look...
by sworel | Nov 5, 2018 | 2018, Musings
I know it’s weird, but I recently had reason to take a look at the Australian Coat of Arms (perhaps Harry and Meghan’s visit had something to do with it…). If you take a look, you will notice that the crest contains two animals, the emu and the kangaroo. Yes,...
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