The early morning beach stretched out before me, littered with the detritus of the previous night’s tide. Shrimp trawlers dotted the horizon, busy bringing in their wares, and the freshening breeze told of the cold …
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Dreaming
The American Dream is somewhat defined as the spirit or set of ideals, like liberty, equality, and opportunity, that describe the aspirations and expectations of the American people. It includes the idea that hard work …
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Tossed
On our walk to the beach, we braced ourselves against the increasing gusts of wind. Sand streamed across open areas, chased by air that swirled and pushed. As we topped the dune, the froth of …
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November Day
Today is a true, North Florida November day. The air is cool, but not cold. An overcast sky shields the sun but does not really promise rain. Showers of leaves cascade from the oaks in …
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Always With Me
Quiet. Stillness. Peace. When I read the Psalms, I often picture David in the quiet of the field, close to his sheep, basking in the quiet and the presence of God. He strums his harp …
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Autumn Morning
Fingers of freshening breeze tease under the translucent blue sky as sun rays, softer than before, filter through branches stripped of summer’s finery. Strewn like pebbles in a riverbed, acorns litter the lawn - autumn …
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‘To Do’ Lists
Monday morning finds me writing out my ‘To Do’ list for the week. As I think about the coming days and ask for God’s guidance, I make a list of things I need to remember …
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Vertigo
Footing that was stable suddenly shifts making every step an adventure of where I will land. Gingerly, I make my way across the room holding to the dresser, the wall, the door frame, the chair. …
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Opportunity
The Bible talks a lot about prayer. So do we. We talk a lot about it, but we often find it difficult to actually pray. We see it as a duty or a religious exercise …
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Choices
Troubled, evil, raging, distraught, crumbling are all words that come to mind when I think about the happenings in our world today. With Dorothy, I have to say “Toto, we are not in Kansas anymore.” …
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