I have been appalled at the things I have been reading on the internet, seeing on YouTube, watching on television, and hearing in passing from people’s conversations, all in response to the “not guilty” verdict handed down to Casey Anthony. The most appalling thing to me is the hateful speech and venomous mudslinging that I have been hearing from Christians.
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I boarded a flight from the United States to France, located my seat and situated myself for the long flight. I had my plans all laid out. I was going to work on the computer some, read, rest, have a meal and maybe even a movie somewhere in between. Yes, it was going to be a relaxing and enjoyable flight. As the final passengers boarded the plane I was already in my zone with my newly purchased book in hand and chapter one under way.
Your Missing Years Aren’t Missing
When my oldest brother was born, my parents made sure to take lots of pictures to remember those special moments of raising a new baby boy. They took pictures of him eating, pictures of him sleeping, pictures of him playing, and pictures of him just acting silly. They filled two photo albums with wonderful memories. My twin brother and sister, who were born next, had many of the same experiences of having pictures taken of them.
From the Laundry Basket to the Linen Closet
I was walking through Edmonds today and as I turned the corner onto a side street I noticed it. It took a moment to register in my head at first, but it was the equivalent to a warm spring day. Such a welcome to the cold damp winter afternoon air we have been experiencing lately. It was the smell of fresh clean linens. Someone was doing their laundry and the smell of laundry detergent and dryer sheets had filled the air. I love the smell of clean laundry.
