Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad; let the sea resound, and all that is in it. Let the fields be jubilant, and everything in them; let all the trees of the forest sing for joy. Let all cr...  Read More

The days are ticking away until the big day. Traffic is picking up. Lists are getting longer. Cookies are baking non stop. Christmas traditions are in full effect. In the midst of the busiest time of ...  Read More

Do you remember the first time you saw a Christmas tree light up? Or maybe the first time your kids or grandkids saw it? There is awe and wonder. There’s excitement. But also there is this piece of Ch...  Read More

Have you ever taken a trip, but didn’t really plan for it? But when you arrive you find out that the weather is much different than you originally assumed? Now you’re in a rush to get to any store and...  Read More

Did you ever see the movie Monsters, Inc? There is a character who always seems to pop and see what’s going on. She’s famous for saying throughout the movie that she was “watching… Always watching.” A...  Read More

There are things in our lives that have caused us pain, haven't there? Things we don’t want to share. Things that are just too painful to think about. Things that maybe we’ve endured or struggled with...  Read More

Did you have a mentor? Someone you looked up to? Maybe it was someone who was the wise professor whom you could turn to for advice. Maybe it was the grandfather type when you were missing that role in...  Read More

Have you ever had some really good news you just needed to share with someone else. Whether that’s a promotion, engagement, new grand baby, or even you’ve decided to retire. At different times in life...  Read More

Have you ever had that conversation with a child as they grow? You know the one. “Why is my hair so long? Why do my teeth fall out? Why don’t my shoes fit anymore?” Kids are notorious for asking the s...  Read More

As the colder weather begins to set in, many are beginning to think of the holidays that will be approaching. We begin to plan and prepare for the family that will be coming or even where we will need...  Read More

Have you ever watched a plant grow throughout a season? Or even watched a time lapse video of it? Have you ever wondered how it happens? Given all the nutrients and left to itself, a plant will grow. ...  Read More

Do you remember the first time you learned a new skill? Whether it was woodworking, dance, communication, or computer programming. Each new skill requires a certain amount of dedication, practice, and...  Read More