The Little Drummers

Charity and I are not complex individuals. We don’t require much to keep us happy. I would dare say that Contentment is one of our strongest characteristics. That said, there is one thing we’d like to receive as a gift from our children. All we ask for is ten minutes. There hasn’t been a timeContinue reading “The Little Drummers”

The Bananas

We’re not what you might call a banana-loving family. We don’t hate bananas, but we’re not in love with them, either. We’ll eat them, especially if they’re the last thing in the cupboard. We’ll take them, but we’ll leave them, too. Have I made myself clear? I have more explanations if you want them, butContinue reading “The Bananas”

The Necessary Details

Son #1 knows the Bible pretty well. And, as parents, we’re a little discombobulated with the writers of the Old and New Testaments. The other day, Son #1 wanted to reenact the story of Samuel and Eli. Charity, of course, was playing the part of Eli. They reached the part where little Samuel came toContinue reading “The Necessary Details”

The Noticer

This past Sunday, we had a special speaker at church. Also, Son numbers 1 and 2 woke up early that morning. Midway through the service, Son #2 was trying to stay awake. Son #1 was in the Children’s Church, and we didn’t have to meet with the teachers after church, so I think he behavedContinue reading “The Noticer”

Going Beyond

I’m not one for making New Year’s Resolutions. I believe that I should wake up every morning intending to do my best in everything. Sometimes, I don’t do so well. Other times, I do very well. Some goals don’t get done. Some goals get done, and then some. But at the end of the day,Continue reading “Going Beyond”