When I volunteered to help at the State Special Olympics it was an unknown world to me. I had no idea what to do or what to expect. My friend recommended I be a “greeter” at the 30-yard dash. I asked, “What does this mean…what do I do?” The volunteers told me, “Oh, it’s easy. …
Tag: God’s Way
Never Forget…
Last weekend we celebrated the Best Family Reunion. Our family tree has been traced back to 1244 but our memories and stories go back to the siblings of Willie & Mary Best who had 5 children (my mom, 3 aunts & 1 uncle) who then had 9 children. It’s just cousins now with stories. I …
Am I Wanted?
Belonging…No matter who you are or what you have, belonging is a core need. Abraham Maslow in 1943 identified “Belonging” as the third level of important needs. Only Physiological needs of food, water and Safety/Security are more important. The fear of being “Canceled” is a fear the world uses to control people. Think about it. …
“Ouch…That Hurt!”
As a little boy I didn't like to wear shoes in the summer. In fact, most of the kids in our neighborhood didn't wear shoes. But, going barefoot had the dangers of stepping on something sharp or...on a bee...ouch! But I had a plan. I would follow my barefooted big brother and step in his …
The Needles Don’t Lie
A beautiful, knitted shawl, a warm hat or unique socks don't just happen...they are made by intentional hands following a precise pattern, using specific yarn, needles, type of stitch…and many hours of loving work. In other words, it’s a process. A process, that unless a person knits, they have no idea a pair of socks …
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