Taking Stock
We have a tradition that takes place around Halloween every year, but has nothing to do with Halloween. It started when our friends, kids across the street, would come over to show us their Halloween costumes for that year. One year I…
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Saying No
When I pack for a backpacking trip, I’m pretty darned good at saying ‘No’. To head out with a sub-5 lb. base weight, a lot of ‘No’ is required. And the light weight gained by saying ‘No’ so many times means I…
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Pain and Growth
My habit in the mornings is to spend time reading my bible and some additional devotionals, meditating and praying. And usually practicing Italian and French, although I’m currently in a slacker season on that particular item. One of the additional texts I…
