Let me introduce you to Francis. He has peacefully stood in our yards in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for 18 years. Now he dwells in the White Mountains. I’m glad I brought him with us. Francis’ real name is Giovanni di Pietro di Bernardone, but most know him as Francis of Assisi. One of the […]

Yesterday, I had a dentist appointment and had to drive 21 miles for the “pleasure” of teeth-scraping and buffing because that’s where the closest dentist on my plan is. While there, “J” and I ran a few errands since we were in “the big city” of West Lebanon (population 14000). It was 3pm on cyber-Monday, […]

TOYIN’ The LORD gave commands Love God with heart, soul, mind, strength Love neighbor as self Love one another added Now go commit Love-Mischief! “Love-Mischief” – an original TANKA by HitchHiker inspired by a class assignment.

The Path Hanging over my fireplace is a painting my dad bought for my mom when I was a kid. It is one of many painted by a lady who worked at the little liquor store at the bottom of Diamond Hill. My mom loved Carol’s landscapes and had a few, with two of them […]

Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same kinds of suffering are being experienced by your brotherhood throughout the world. 1 Peter 5:8-9 On this Halloween edition, the good folks at biblegateway.com want us to […]

Reformation This past Sunday was Reformation Sunday, and the church family I serve apparently has a history of recognizing that. We had a bagpiper greet people as they arrived in the parking lot and again after worship. I don’t recall any of the previous three congregations placing such emphasis on the day, and, to be […]

Toyin’ As I walk the dog We turn and look down the road Autumn is upon us We shiver with thoughts of snow But for now, glorious Fall!