Don’t you love reading about Jesus gathering the little ones in His arms? The disciples busy with ministry and filled with self-importance waved away those meddlesome parents who wanted Jesus to bless their children. Jesus was indignant and ordered his men, “permit the children to come…and do not hinder them.” Certainly children were welcome, and […]
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Do-It-Yourself ideas, techniques, and projects.
Change Your Cabin Air Filter
Once upon a time, when the car interior smelled funky, we rolled down the windows. Or reached under the seats to search for the discarded and very used day-old diaper that missed the trash can at the rest stop. If one was tough enough to endure the first few seconds of suffering upon opening the […]
Helping Hand from the Handrail
Grandpa Miller always carried a stout walking stick on our hikes. His home, nestled at the head of the hollow and surrounded by hills, offered unlimited hiking options for the adventurous soul. But one fact never changed. Any hike required a steep climb to the ridgeline before the walking became easy. Grandpa usually had a […]
Pet Peeves Persecute Productivity
Those who occupy a spot in a cubicle farm or hold down a detached desk in an office likely have a growing list of peeves. If you’re just beginning your career, be patient. Your list will have its first entry shortly. When encountered in the working environment, a peeve has the potential to halt productivity. […]
Don’t Fear the Project
What’s on your home project list for this year? Have you written down your goals, or are you blissfully anchored to the Land of Procrastination? Projects require planning, time, resources, and a category in the household budget to cover expenses. Even with conscientious effort in these areas the project languishes without a start date. At […]
Make Nativity Your Own
My favorite part of Christmas began when our babies arrived. The holiday with the sparkling lights, tinkling bells and nonstop music moved into another realm when little faces joined the celebration. Dads love to give gifts. “For God so loved the world that He gave”…we all know those precious words. The costliest gift ever […]