At some point in my educational journey, I was instructed that it was inappropriate to use the word when attempting to offer a definition of that word; however, that rule doesn’t seem to apply today. When investigating a definition of what it means to engage in Self-Forgetfulness, the online dictionary offers “having or showing no …
Month: September 2022
Holding Hands
One of the most endearing expressions of affection, at least in my mind, is to witness two people caring for each other with the outward demonstration of Holding Hands. Whether the interaction is between a child and adult or between a long-time married couple, there is something heartwarming about witnessing this human connection between two …
Stickiness
If you’ve ever had the pleasure of stepping into a large wad of gum on the sidewalk that has been sufficiently warmed by the sun, you have a wealth of experience with today’s topic: Stickiness. Or perhaps, your sticky situations have come as a result of a dining experience including pancakes (even being conservative, the …
Take Out the Trash
How often are you required to Take Out the Trash in your household? Living in a household of one, I’ve often wondered if it is truly necessary for our city to run pick up twice in one week, especially with these new giant green cans large enough to hide a body! However, upon spending a …
Once and For All
How many times have you used the word consecration in a sentence? Truly doubtful that I ever have, but it is a word that grabbed my attention this week as I read through Mark Batterson’s Not Safe. So, I responded in a typical fashion and searched my files to uncover whether or not it has …
Watch Me!
Spend a few minutes soaking up the sun beside a pool of children and I guarantee you will hear frequently the phrase Watch Me! I’m sure there is an existing study that can precisely predict how many times it will be said during a swimming adventure; but my guesstimate is that it is a fairly …
Return Policy
What’s the Return Policy? Believe me, with today’s access to purchasing online, I’m scrolling down to the bottom of the page and locating the fine print that explains what happens if I am unsatisfied with my purchase. Because without having the ability to try on those cloudswift running shoes to see if they are true …
37 Words
“No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” On today’s 50th anniversary, June 23, of Public Law 92-318, more commonly known as Title IX, I reflect …
Surrender the Hair
“Surrender the Hair”—not a phrase I was anticipating coming across as I read Rachel Dawson’s recounting of a Nicaragua trip in her book entitled These Twelve Stones; however, this is the exact wording she chooses in an effort to express a memorable moment which occurred during a high school mission trip. The team of young …
Flourishing @ Life 