Years ago when I started to work out at the gym, I was such a tightwad that I refused to buy $100 running shoes. I just used the $30 tennis shoes that I had always worn. While on the treadmill, my feet would start hurting after about five…

As a former therapist, I know January is referred to as "suicide month" by mental health professionals in the midwest. Long dark days, clouds, and cold temperatures can negatively affect one's ability to exercise, walk the dog, and feel safe…

January 3, 2012

Reprieve.  No major events to try me.  The day proceeded like any other normal day in our lives.  The children played joyfully together after completing their morning chores and Mommy was able to get a little extra tidying…

What does the Promised Land have to do with Banking?  It's an interesting question to say the least.  Have you ever had a Preacher stand up on Sunday morning and recommend that you set up your own banking system?  Noooo…

“Worship the Lord with reverence, and rejoice with trembling.” Psalm 2:11

“If He is so great, place your mouth in the dust before Him, for He is the most powerful of all kings... Heaven obeys Him cheerfully, hell trembles at His frown, and…

  There are so many intelligent Americans - far more than the secular news would give credit for. It seems that the current political climate is drawing the voice of many of these people forward. I stand amazed sometimes when I read the 'comment'…

It's 2012.  We live in a world that has known pension…