Happy Snooze Year

Ah, New Year's Eve.  As a child, there's nothing more exciting than the thrill of staying awake for the turning of the year.  That's why analog clocks were invented...so you can watch each second tick away the hour from 11 pm to MIDNIGHT!! Milestone years are the most fun.  The year I anticipated as a … Continue reading Happy Snooze Year

Let Men Their Songs Employ

Christmas Day rapidly approaches. What is Christmas really about? Today, I gathered with a few co-workers who took a few minutes from their day to sing Christmas carols, accompanied by a Cajón drum and a guitar.  I had only stopped by to see what was going on and decided to stay as I found that … Continue reading Let Men Their Songs Employ

Carol of the Silver Jingle Bells

Hark, the herald angels sing, "How great our joy to the world.  For unto us a Child is born once in Royal David's city.  He came upon a midnight clear while shepherds watched their flocks on a silent night, o holy night." "What child is this away in a manger, Angels We Have Heard on … Continue reading Carol of the Silver Jingle Bells

I’ve Got My Gear in My Pack

Ah, camping. Tent poles hollowly clanging against each other as you take them from the tent bag.  The ZERRRRP of the screen porch zipper closing the bugs away from the picnic table.  Water from the site water fountain splashing against the concrete base that hasn't been repaired since it was installed in 1978.   Rubber … Continue reading I’ve Got My Gear in My Pack