Today is day 13 of my self-proclaimed sabbatical. The purpose of the sabbatical is to find rest, pursue new pursuits and education, and determine the direction of my vocation for the next couple of decades. That list apparently requires more time than I have currently been allocated in my days. Well, maybe not exactly. There … Continue reading Sabbatical Update: running behind
Author: Sir Rhodri
Creational and relational type Renaissance man (writer, singer, thinker) holding to C.S Lewis's credo that if you follow truth originality takes care of itself, (anyway, originality is so yesterday, anyway.) That I have my wonderful wife Jasini is proof enough for me that life isn't fair. If it was fair I wouldn't have her, and instead she is my most faithful example that I am blessed beyond measure. My two adult children are the same unmerited blessing to me. We should all be thankful life is not fair but blessed.
Fitness Update: no Sham Rock
As I mentioned last week, My health (near-flu and bruised ribs) meant I didn't get practiced for the 10K Sham Rock and Run. So Sunday went by, the race went by, and I didn't go by. But I did set up daily 3.5 mile routes -- 7 total for the week -- to take the … Continue reading Fitness Update: no Sham Rock
#264: In the Garden
(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 I come to the garden alone, While the dew is still on the roses; And the voice I hear, falling on my ear, The Son of God discloses. REFRAIN And He walks with me, and He talks … Continue reading #264: In the Garden
Trump remains trump
Okay, 2 years ago today I wrote this post about then-candidate Donald Trump. As you can tell, I was not a supporter, and in fact voted for neither him nor Hillary in the 2016 election. Then almost a year ago I wrote this post about now-President Donald Trump. Today, I do an annual update. I … Continue reading Trump remains trump
A Blast of the Past #134: Baptism
Last week's blast was Carly's confirmation. Today it is her Baptism. Having grown up in a church without infant baptism, she hadn't received Baptism prior to her confirmation, so got baptized after her confirmation up at the swimming hole at the Methodist Retreat center just north of us. Here are the photos of her "going … Continue reading A Blast of the Past #134: Baptism
A Look Ahead …
In this spring of the year (hopeful here, spring isn't for another 12 days), Day 8 of my Sabbatical year, the social calendar seems somewhat slow in the immediate future. So I am going to use this weekly feature to build an event listing, of events I know and think worthy, many of which I … Continue reading A Look Ahead …
#263: A Shelter in the Time of Storm
(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 The Lord's our Rock, in Him we hide -- A shelter in the time of storm; Secure whatever ill betide -- A shelter in the time of storm. CHORUS O Jesus is a Rock in a weary … Continue reading #263: A Shelter in the Time of Storm
Sabbatical Update: Still Hectic
Well, the idea of a nice structured, relaxing schedule for the sabbatical hasn't made it through the first week. I have been able to walk the dog each morning, get my Bible reading and blog post done. I have also managed some leisure reading by the end of the day. But the Master's Degree I … Continue reading Sabbatical Update: Still Hectic
Fitness Update: Sabbatical Status
Well, Fitness has certainly taken an interesting turn. A year ago I was gearing up for a 10K race coming off excellent times on a mile and 5K race the previous 2 months. This year both my mile and my 5K have been sub-par with sickness and illnesses along the way hampering my training rhythm. … Continue reading Fitness Update: Sabbatical Status
#262: Trusting Jesus
(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 Simply trusting every day, Trusting thru a stormy way; Even when my faith is small, Trusting Jesus -- that is all. CHORUS Trusting as the moments fly, Trusting as the days go by; Trusting Him whate'er befall; … Continue reading #262: Trusting Jesus
At The Rainbow 