Tag: God
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Being Stuck Is Hard
I forget to collect the mail on occasion. Most things that come through the mail are ads, unasked-for periodicals, and pleas to vote for certain people. It’s that season. While John’s been gone, I didn’t bother to go to the mailbox down the street. Too many times on returning home from work it was pouring…
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Questionable Comrades
Beck was asked by his mom if he’d let her wipe his nose to get rid of the boogers hiding in there. “My booger wants to stay in there. He’s my buddy, and he wants to sleep in there.” Beck makes friends easily. His warmth and humor lead him to talk to anyone he passes.…
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Curiouser And Curiouser
At a time when curiosity appears to be waning, when all people want to do is “follow” the next major influencer rather than come up with new ideas on their own, Isley has an interest in that which is unexpected. At twelve, she has become a Renaissance woman in her own right. I called her…
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All Stuffed With Fluff
I’ve been a fan of Winnie the Pooh since I was a kid. My own children each had a favorite character–which related well to the personalities they were growing into. Eeyore, Rabbit, Roo, Piglet, Tigger, and of course, Pooh. Each generation finds delight in the story of a bear with a very little brain but…
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What Are You Fishing For?
The pond behind our home is a treasure trove of amazing creatures waiting to be discovered. Or caught. The kids often fish back there, using everything from worms to hot dogs to bread for bait. (You’d be shocked at what’s attracted by wieners–they’re favorites of turtles and bass.) The fun is always in the catching.…
Tip of My Iceberg 