“Some people care too much. I think it’s called love.” -Winnie the Pooh So often I’m guilty of FORGETFULNESS. Not forgetfulness in the sense of “having no recollection,” but in the sense of failing to fully recognize the myriad blessings…
When I was in Kindergarten, I misspelled a word on an assignment for the first and only time in my life. I was devastated. I was fairly certain I would be expelled from school and that my family would disown…
Open and consistent communication is a key component of any relationship. And although it’s sometimes easier and “more comfortable” to avoid difficult topics, it’s best to address the tough stuff promptly rather than let uncertainty or misconceptions cast a pall…
“I forgot.” We’ve all uttered these shameful words…and no one intentionally sets out to forget agendas or obligations. The ongoing effort to NOT forget is the main reason why sticky notes, mnemonics, and calendars exist. And today the calendar reminds…
George Whitefield was one of the more influential preachers of the 18th century. Thousands of people flocked to hear this eccentric evangelist who, despite his short stature, towered above the rest with his charisma and conviction. And, almost counterintuitively, many…
“Are we there yet?“ 4 small, seemingly benign words. And yet, when these 4 words are spoken at 4-minute intervals on a 4-hour road trip by all 4 of your children, even the most patient of parents can ferment into…
“Nobody can be uncheered with a balloon.” –Winnie the Pooh I’ve been in charge of games for over 25 years at various summer Vacation Bible Schools, and “Games” for the group of 4 year-olds always amounted to “Give the kids…
This morning, we welcomed a new member to our company’s West Team of Cardiometabolic Medical Science Liaisons. (And if you’re among the roughly 8.2 billion people in the world who doesn’t know what an MSL is, you can read THIS…
Most people are familiar with the cockapoo, and this canine cross-breed is a common companion for many pet owners. However, not as many people are familiar with the kakapo, a bird indigenous to New Zealand. The kakapo is a nocturnal…
Was it only a building? Or was it so much more? From the outside, it vaguely resembled the love child of a Battlestar Galactica spaceship and an abandoned swimming pool. But for those of us who were able to venture…
