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Yes, I cried. It was a glorious autumn day, blessedly sandwiched between two cold and windy ones. We’d debated about whether November 3rd would be a wise choice, but we were dealing with a complex schedule that included SEC football games, the photographer’s open Saturdays, and work and academic calendars. When we finally settled on…
Bet you didn’t know that I’ve been a member of an online writing critique group since February 2017. I’m one of ten members who write for readers under age 18. Hosted by the American Christian Fiction Writers, we submit chapters to each other for review each week. It’s a glorious process that has held me…
If you travel to a foreign country and you speak the local language, you might overhear a native poking fun at the food consumption excesses of Americans. Yes, we can be spotted in a crowd of tourists because many of us are overweight. We should hang our heads in shame for this embarrassing distinction. We…
Last year, I almost rear ended a car that had stopped suddenly in front of me. I’m ashamed to admit that I was texting during that close encounter. It scared me so much that I vowed never again to text while driving. On July 1, Georgia followed 15 states that ban texting while driving. Governor…
Have you ever prayed for people who don’t believe in Jesus? That’s what believers around the world have done for the past few weeks—pray for those in Thailand, which is 94.5% Buddhist, according to the country’s 2015 census. Yesterday, those prayers were answered in the best way possible when Thailand Navy SEALS and cave diving…
Senioritis. It’s a real thing. High school seniors are ready to GET OUT! They’re so close to graduation. In fact, the rounds of parties have already kicked off. But, there are still a few weeks left in their final semester. What could they possibly do to occupy their time while they wait? Cram for finals?…
I’ve always admired Barbara Bush. What a strong, gracious woman—a former second lady, first lady, and mother of six children, one of them a president. Flags flew at half staff when she passed April 17 at age 92. She left an amazing legacy. While her husband served 12 years as vice president and president, she…