Be still and know that I am “42”! Originally Published 2020.03.26 (ten days into pandemic lockdown) It was a tranquil walk; the only sounds I could hear were birds, crickets, and a gentle breeze blowing through the rows of corn. There were no jet engines on approach to Philadelphia International Airport, nor were their sounds […]

PRIDE vs. Humility Originally Published 2020.01.28 (about 45 days before lockdown) Sir Knight wanted to hear about humility as it is a struggle to practice this in our world, which covets pride, power, hubris, and so much more. Pursuing this topic is a noble pursuit as it is all-encompassing, but I shall endeavor to condense […]

Just Because!

“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden… In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” Matthew 5:14, 16 I have a confession; I sleep with a nightlight. Well, sort […]

On to the next adventure… Originally Published 2020.02.04 (one month before lockdown) This picture is my absolute favorite of our kids. At the time, “Chewbacca” was six, and “Baby” was four. Their sense of excitement jumps off the page at you as they head toward their next adventure! Over two decades of living like gypsies […]

The New Uniforms are Here! I have been kicking around buying some custom shirts to showcase SearchingFor42.net and celebrate over 10,000 views. I already had facemasks that advertise, so I thought it was only fitting to have printed or embroidered shirts made up. Then it occurred to me; maybe a custom football jersey. I found […]

A Labor of Love Back in June, “J” and I were in Connecticut, seeing my sister and her family for the first time in over a year and a half. Before we left, T.O. asked me to hold on for a minute; she had something for me. She presented to me a quilt measuring almost […]