My thoughts and observations of what is and what should be
September 30, 2023 - Five Sunrises There is something special, almost exciting, about being up before the dawn's early light The day is not promised, but there you are, alive and wide-eyed, still attached to the night If there is the gift of a new day, then you are already moving, well on your way Somewhere in the reaches of mind there is wonder of Continue Reading...
Ordinary Extra - June 6, 2023. D-Day Remembered. “Your task will not be an easy one. Your enemy is well-trained, well equipped and battle-hardened. He will fight savagely…I have full confidence in your courage, devotion to duty and skill in battle. We will accept nothing less than full Victory! Good Luck! And let us all beseech the blessing of Almighty God upon this great and noble undertaking” Continue Reading...
Ordinary Extra - June 5, 2023. Monday Mundane. Monday morning, the rain fell softly and quietly in its overcast scene. The wet gray scene did not inspire anyone in our home to rise, shine, and hit the ground running. Continue Reading...
Ordinary Extra - June 2, 2023. A Great Start. My day started early with the threat of high heat and then cold front bringing storms and rain. But the morning was gorgeous. The sun climbed and another gift from God had dawned. Continue Reading...
Ordinary Extra - June 1, 2023. Another Goodbye. When it comes right down to it, no, it doesn't get easier. We hugged and said our goodbyes. He got in the car to leave and we talked through the open window. Continue Reading...
Ordinary Extra - May 31, 2023. Last May Sunrise. I was up early. I had things to do and miles to cover. But I was blessed to see the sunrise. The last May sunrise of 2023. I took three pictures just a few dozen seconds apart and the colors changed. God's handiwork never ceases to amaze me. Continue Reading...
Ordinary Extra - May 27-29, 2023. A Quiet Thank You. While sitting in my backyard during the early morning hours this weekend while sipping hot coffee, I took time to pray, to ponder, and to slow down. I slowed down in order to embrace the quality of life I am fortunate to have. Continue Reading...
May 28, 2021. 6:22 PM. For this very special person, life here on earth ended...Six-twenty-two. Continue Reading...
Ordinary Extra - May 26, 2023. Go With The Flow. A night of broken sleep led to another cool, early morning. I didn't rest as well as I wanted to but I was better rested than when I went to sleep the night before. I started moving, and praying along the way, to go forward and go with the flow. Continue Reading...
June 18, 2016 - Father's Day Gleam. Tomorrow is Father's Day and I wanted to get this off of my mind before the actual day. Over the last couple of weeks this thought has been creeping into my psyche a little more often every day. Until these last few days, when it has downright bugged me, bothered me, and otherwise haunted me. I asked my wife yesterday, "What am I supposed to do on Father's Day, Continue Reading...