When confronted with a choice to get busy doing the most good, or waiting for an opportunity to do it perfectly, do not hesitate. Instead, get busy. Continue reading “Perfect is the Enemy of Good”
Love is Better than Life
Imagine seeking God’s love so earnestly, that little else matters. Continue reading “Love is Better than Life”
Sissy Says
Since the beginning of our journaling this past April, the posts have been primarily authored by me (Rob). Although I have tried to incorporate the thoughts, feelings and musings of others in our family or circle of friends, nothing truly captures their message better than words straight from the source.
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Religion & Politics
Religion and Politics: the two topics you are not supposed to discuss in polite company. Continue reading “Religion & Politics”
All Saints
Here is a quick thought on this Sunday following All Saints Day. Continue reading “All Saints”
Permanence
Why does it seem so much more difficult to accept the passing of an infant or young adult than it does a well-seasoned senior?
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Stillness
Still waters don’t have ripples. So, what place does a discussion about ‘stillness’ have here on a blog about the “ripple effect” of the short life of an infant boy?
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The Beauty of it All
I’ve discussed some pretty deep stuff lately, and it’s time to brighten things up!
Beautiful Savior,
King of Creation,
Son of God and Son of Man!
Truly I’d love Thee,
Truly I’d serve Thee,
Light of my soul, my Joy, my Crown.-Verse 1, The Lutheran Hymnal #657
A Walk to Remember
President Ronald Reagan proclaimed, in 1988, the month of October as “National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness” Month. Continue reading “A Walk to Remember”
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