Tag: relationships
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We Need More Fun
We have an annual celebration at the end of our cycle of working with our staff who have chosen to invest a year here at our headquarters. It began more than fifteen years ago and has morphed into a huge barbecue for all attendees. Water slides add to the fun. We’ve got a remarkably large…
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You Can’t Know What You Don’t Know
They came. Ethan, our grandson, brought thirteen college students from Taylor University, ready for a spring break bereft of snow. They left school during a snowstorm. They were ready for sun and warmth. They arrived at 3 a.m. Sunday morning, having driven twenty hours through traffic jams, more snow, and mountains. They were ready for…
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Muskateers Make It Meaningful
Louis XIII founded the Musketeers in 1622, men who formed the royal guard to protect the French king. Made famous by Alexandre Dumas’ novel of 1844, the Three Musketeers were brave, loyal, and committed to one another and their king. The story of D’Artagnan and his three courageous friends is based on real people, all…
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The Experience Of Connection
We have family sprinkled over quite a broad area. The kids and cousins love to spend time together, but unless it’s intentional, it won’t happen. This past week was spring break for those of us who live in the Sunshine State, so two of our families took it upon themselves to visit two of…
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It IS A Whole New World
Living in Colorado makes it a challenge for us to see our current youngest grand. Two-year-old Beck is here with his folks for Christmas for the first time. He’s transitioning from an only-child situation to cousins by the dozens–or close to it. I’ve tried to imagine what this is like for him during the flurry…
Tip of My Iceberg 