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I have been posting to this blog every day since 2005.
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Wedding delights
On Saturday night, I was lucky enough to attend the wedding of a former student. Read More
Resolution update: August 2026
Every month, I record my progress toward my yearly goals to hold myself accountable and, Read More
Persistence
I love this video so much. I love this guy so much. If I owned Read More
Cover errors
Have you ever discovered that a song you love by a particular band or singer Read More
Commandments still good
Back in the fall of 2016, ten years ago, my kids were studying the Ten Read More
Dolly Parton and Johnny
As you’ve probably heard, the great Dolly Parton passed away this week. My family and Read More
Grace has its limits
An appeals court ruled this week that a woman who lost $310,000 in a scam Read More
Speak Up this fall
Hello storytelling fans! Elysha and I hope your summer is coming to a lovely, peaceful Read More
Remembering the people before me
As the school where I once taught for 27 years invites children into its doors Read More
My Stories
As an author, podcaster, and performer, my life is a series of stories that continue to unfold. Dive into my books, explore insightful articles, read daily musings on my blog, watch engaging videos, and tune into my podcasts. Each format offers a unique slice of my narrative adventure.