“We will not be driven by fear into an age of unreason, if we dig deep into our […]
Gospel
Well, here we are at the end of another year. I think we can all agree that this […]
Every year, just as the seasons change and the weather falls into predictable patterns, we encounter a rhythm that is attached to our celebration of Christmas. There is a predictability to Christmas that can bring both comfort and frustration. The comfort is rooted in something we know and expect. We already know that we like it. We know the familiar patterns of the events, and so we welcome it. However, the frustration comes when we long for something more, something that steps beyond the normal pattern of things. What if the usual way of observing this season leaves us longing for more? What if the predictability of Christmas traditions has left us disconnected from the real reason for the season?
Stories are a wonderful, captivating thing. You meet characters that you connect with and care for, and explore […]
“And it was always said of him, that he knew how to keep Christmas well, if any man […]
The white metal hospital bed looked out of place in the cozy lakeside home. The old man was skin […]
It has been 157 years since President Abraham Lincoln issued the official proclamation designating the 4th Thursday of […]
Born on the 10th of November.
Loved by some. Hated by others. Misunderstood by still more.
Surrounded by history and legend, some of it true and some of questionable validity. With a reputation for enjoying a few beers and spouting off some rather harsh insults, even sprinkling in some profanity to the conversation from time to time.
Loud and a bit brash. Regularly accused of being obnoxious or aggressive, and of using unconventional means to accomplish the mission. Sleep deprived and often experiencing digestive issues thanks to a high carb diet.
Marrying someone off limits. At times, demonstrating absolute disdain for certain kinds of authorities.
Hero or terror, it depends which side of the disagreement you find yourself on. Unafraid of throwing a punch and never holding back. You really wouldn’t want to be on the opposing side, for then the excrement would soon start flying your way.
Believe in conspiracies these days? It seems that, like alcoholism, some people are more prone to believing in […]