The Legend of the Three Trees

Posted on April 2, 2012 by

In honor of the Easter season and my theme this year to “Be Like a Tree in 2012,” I bring you a version of a traditional folktale about three trees with big dreams. Once upon a mountain top, three little trees … Continue reading →

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Quality Care

Posted on March 30, 2012 by

Troubles seem to plague our lives when we least expect them, and we’re thankful for those who help us through the rough times. But when our friends are on the receiving end of difficult times, what can we do that will … Continue reading →

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Breath of Life

Posted on March 28, 2012 by

“Odessa tried to shove back the wave of fear as the slow suffocation began.” And so begins the story of an unlikely heroine living on the brink of death from consumption (now known as tuberculosis) and chasing the cure to Colorado Springs. Her father … Continue reading →

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Like A Tree – Potential

Posted on March 26, 2012 by

What potential lies hidden within you? Take a close look at this picture. What do you see? A brown colored nut. Relatively small. Seemingly insignificant, especially compared to the size of the surrounding leaves. What don’t you see? The potential … Continue reading →

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Diversified Interests

Posted on March 23, 2012 by

In the last 48 hours members of our household have: attended school, started a new quarter, supervised a student teacher, applied for a football coaching position, scheduled an interview, played the guitar, led a Bible Study meeting, bought a few … Continue reading →

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The Audience That Matters Most

Posted on March 21, 2012 by

In a matter of weeks, my boys will be hoisting bats over their shoulders and facing down fastballs. (Or in the case of the 8-year-old, hoping the pitcher puts it over the plate rather than off his helmet.) One thing … Continue reading →

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Like A Tree – Mustard Seeds

Posted on March 19, 2012 by

Have you ever wished you could accomplish something really big and life-changing? Some days I feel like the disciples watching Jesus do amazing things around them and wondering why they can’t do the same. For example, one day, they saw … Continue reading →

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Mentoring

Posted on March 16, 2012 by

To be successful in life, you need a little help. Especially in the form of an advisor or mentor. Someone to train you in the best way to do your job or show you the best way to live life. Someone to … Continue reading →

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Am I Attractive?

Posted on March 14, 2012 by

My question about being attractive doesn’t involve my mirror. After all, I’m past 40, have been married for over 16 years, and have 3 kids (2 of which are teenagers). Wrinkles, dark circles, and a bit of flab are a … Continue reading →

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Like A Tree – Protected

Posted on March 12, 2012 by

Our Colorado weather is finally warming up a bit and I’m keeping an eye on the tree in our front yard. As some long-time readers may recall, this is our 4th tree in less than 9 years. The first tree … Continue reading →

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