Author’s Note: I wrote this before the shocking news of the murder of Charlie Kirk, which reminds me how fragile life is; as we remember 9/11, may we lean into the light that shines through even the darkest days. September 11 returns each year, a solemn weight in our collective memory. Nearly a quarter-century later,ContinueContinue reading “Light in Darkness: Remembering 9/11”
Category Archives: Life’s Tapestry
Who Was Charlie Kirk, and Why Should You Care?
Charlie Kirk’s death at Utah Valley University has left many grieving and reflecting. For me, his appeal was rooted in his Christian faith, his courage to stand for his values, and his ability to foster respectful dialogue in a divided world. His passing silences a voice that championed connection, integrity, and bold engagement—qualities worth rememberingContinueContinue reading “Who Was Charlie Kirk, and Why Should You Care?”
Remembering Apollo 11: Tranquility Base to Wonder
Editor’s note: This reflection comes a little late, but Apollo 11’s wonder is timeless. Fifty-six years ago last month, three men set out to do what humanity had only dreamed of. They flew a quarter of a million miles into the dark, landed on the Moon, and came safely home. In those eight days, theyContinueContinue reading “Remembering Apollo 11: Tranquility Base to Wonder”
Duct Tape, Dumb Luck & Other Adventures
| Guest post by Jubal Blue | First off, thanks for letting me borrow the page for a bit. Writing something like this was one of those “someday” things—right up there with patching the shed roof or unsticking the screen door. But I was bored, so I figured, why not? Turns out I’ve got aContinueContinue reading “Duct Tape, Dumb Luck & Other Adventures”
The Late-Night Rewrite
[Editor’s note: Had myself a busy end-of-week, so I’m keeping things simple today. And I surely appreciate all the kind words about “Still Available,” Y’all are good to me.] I’ve always loved mornings. Still do. But lately—now that I’m retired—I’ve discovered a different kind of writing hour: the holy hush of midnight… It didn’t startContinueContinue reading “The Late-Night Rewrite”
Veni. Vidi. Scripsi. 