Author: daylerogers
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Remember Where You Were?
Anniversaries are often celebrations to remember good times, stories that have mellowed over the years. This Saturday will mark the twentieth anniversary of one of the roughest days in American history–the terrorist attack and resulting destruction and death on 9/11. At significant points in history, people tend to have clear memories of where they were…
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The Dignity Of Work
The dignity of work, of doing our best as a reflection of our character is often ignored today. Labor Day is a celebration of the work force of America, of those who committed to the exertion of building this country with their toil and talent. The first Labor Day was celebrated only by New York,…
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The Elephant Lives
When you see an elephant in the middle of the room, you need to question why it is there. Where elephants are concerned, there are always questions. The pachyderm in question has a story of perseverance in spite of disdain. We found this particular stuffed animal at a garage sale in Colorado. She had a…
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They All Fall Down
For our family, it began with a soccer tournament. Being outside, playing a game that requires stamina and strength, one would never expect COVID to become an issue. After a weekend tournament, reports of players–teenagers–testing positive for COVID were circulating through the parents of those kids who’d played. Nobody anticipated this problem. It hit close…
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Is There Light At The End Of The Tunnel?
Not a fan of the dark, I was surprised when we had the chance to take a boat trip through a cave this summer. Knowing I wasn’t alone in the inky blackness helped. Having the guide shine a flashlight on formations along the way showcased beauty in the dark that I would never have imagined.…
Tip of My Iceberg 