This year’s political race often reminded me of the squabbles of my children. As we would ride to church, they would sit in the back seat and fight over senseless things, hurling personal insults at one another. This is my side of the car! You are breathing on my side of the car! Her breath stinks! She’s looking at me! …
Open Mouth, Insert Foot
Have you ever left a party or meeting mumbling to yourself, “I wish I hadn’t said that?” Do you know how many more times we leave without knowing how much we said, or how it affected the people around us? I think I am learning. While bicycling with my wife, Diane, I began to cough uncontrollably. I fell by the …
What to Do When You’re Not Feeling “Joy to the World”
How interesting that for many people the “Season to be Jolly” is often filled with a sense of sadness and depression. Even those who revel in the true meaning of Christmas can find themselves feeling the holiday blues. Having been there and done that, I don’t want to do it again. I did some research and discovered that it is a …
Allergy Testing
Ahhh ahh ah CHOO! If you’ve ever experienced allergies, I think you’ll enjoy this Lighten Up Monday clip by my friend, Daren Streblow.
A Sensitive Man
The room was full of pregnant women and their husbands. The class instructor said, “Ladies, remember that exercise is good for you. And walking is especially beneficial. It strengthens your muscles and will make delivery that much easier. Just pace yourself, make plenty of stops and try to do your walking on a soft grass surface or a path.” Then the instructor spoke to the men. “Gentlemen, remember—you and …