When is depression not a depression?

There’s a strange attitude in Texas this year. You heard that right, the state known for its attitude is a bit unsettled. It’s based solely on the weather we’re enduring. Being a native Michigander I’m used to extended periods of rainy days with clouds hiding the sun. This year has held an unusual amount of… Continue reading When is depression not a depression?

My Tribute to my Mom

A half hour into the date of February 27, 2015 my Mom walked into the arms of Jesus. A chapter of my life closed. She’d been in and out of the hospital several times over the past few years, so when she was taken back there Sunday the 22nd everyone assumed she’d return home. She… Continue reading My Tribute to my Mom

2014 Stonebriar Men’s Retreat recap

This was the fifth consecutive year I’ve attended the men’s retreat put on by Stonebriar Community Church. Each year I’ve offered the use of Clifford, my full-size van. Each year they’ve taken me up on my offer. I remember the first year I did that I waited until the day before the event to find… Continue reading 2014 Stonebriar Men’s Retreat recap

The migration of the Monarchs is on…the butterfly of course.

Last Saturday was one of those beautiful days we hold out for in north Texas. I call it a transition day because it’s between the heatwave of summer and the deep-freeze of winter. My workday began at 6:00 with a light jacket. By 8:00 the jacket came off. The shirt sleeves were rolled up shortly… Continue reading The migration of the Monarchs is on…the butterfly of course.

The summertime price for living in Texas

August in Texas is a challenge for most of us. This summer hasn’t been as bad as previous ones, but we’re beginning to feel at home now. 97 degrees is the average high temperature for this time of year. I’m grateful for every day we’ve stayed below 90 thus far. We’ve been near or at… Continue reading The summertime price for living in Texas