Life

  • Pets

    Meet Rascal. He was the best companion I had. He was a rascal in every sense of the word. I had him for fourteen years. Cats are nice. But they don’t need you. They are survivors. You can leave them… Continue reading

  • Losing Track of Time

    There are a few things that cause me to lose track of time. Playing games and working on the Internet. Time seems to speed up when I’m doing either of those things and the things I need to do, seem… Continue reading

  • What Bothers Me and Why

    When I first saw the question, I didn’t think anything bothered me. However, I know that isn’t true. Little things bother me. Food at potlucks because of my allergy to chicken and peanuts. I always need to ask if I… Continue reading

  • 10 Things I Am Certain About

    In a day of uncertainty about many things, it’s good to know there are things in my life I can rely on with certainty. I am certain about my identity in Jesus Christ. I grew up knowing about God and… Continue reading

  • Security or Adventure

    It depends on the day, the moment, the hour. I never know what I’m seeking until I seek it. One moment it could be adventure as I take to wandering the streets in a walk downtown or on the trail.… Continue reading

  • Dinner Invitation

    This is Easter last year with my son and his girlfriend. Pictured is me and my son. It’s always fun when you plan a dinner party and know the people you invite will show up. But what about the party… Continue reading

  • Third Time’s a Charm

    The plan was to leave at 7:30 this morning, get to DMV before 8. DMV opens at 8:30. We almost stuck to the plan. We left at 7:50 and got there shortly after 8 and waited about 25 minutes. However:… Continue reading

  • Better With Age

    As things age, they become antiques as seen in the photo above from a museum I visited on Washington Island a few years ago. It was fun to walk through the museum and see the relicts of yesteryear. However, not… Continue reading

  • Bedtime

    My bedtime has varied through the years. I’ve worked every shift, so I’ve been a day sleeper as well as night. I’m retired now, so bedtime is when I choose. I like getting things done early, so my bedtime now… Continue reading

  • Strategies for Added Comfort

    Strategies means I take the time to think things through before I embark on anything, including comfort. I don’t think I’ve ever knowingly strategized for comfort. If it’s hot, I wear light clothes. If it’s cold, I layer up. I… Continue reading