I like mountain biking even where there are no mountains. I like to jog and call it running. I read books to learn stuff. My family is pretty much awesome. ReCAST is the church where I belong. Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I like the color yellow.

Cry Out to God

I have been reading, watching, praying, and listening in response to the events of last Friday. I am late in writing this in the sense that everyone has already weighed in on their feelings and thoughts. First, I need to say that my heart has truly grieved the senseless violent taking of human life that…

Connection Overload

Anybody else finding themselves at least a little distracted by technology? There are suddenly so many ways to connect with people, so many gadgets, so many modes of communication. But has it genuinely improved our relationships at all? I can text, email, message on Facebook, tweet, give a +1, Chat, send a postcard, comment on…

A Prayer of Thanks

Lord, This thanksgiving, I am grateful for Linda, vows, and a God-given helper! She is truly a gift! I thank you for Adam, Luke and Leah . . . for laughter, joy, energy, and the constant test of my parenting skills. This year You have graciously shown us the Grand Canyon, the St. Louis Arch,…