Author Archives: joewilliams

Well, the strange and erratic weather continues. Record cold temperatures in Alaska and Europe are casting doubt on the concept of global warming. (Does Al Gore know about this??) Locally, a warm, wet January with tornadoes was followed by diving … Continue reading →

Prior to our 2011 move, we had lived in our neighborhood 39 years. That’s a long time, and during that time we were blessed with some really good neighbors. James and Audrey were among them for more than twenty years, … Continue reading →

During past Christmases, a local radio station would broadcast brief personal remembrances of Christmas. Various individuals would tell of memorable events from Christmases in their past. The radio spots were introduced by a one-line jingle that goes, “I remember…one Christmas.” … Continue reading →

For centuries people around the world have used light to call attention to the celebration of Christmas. Oil lamps and candles were used prior to the invention of the electric light bulb. One of my favorite childhood memories is driving … Continue reading →

My son Mark tells me that follow-through is vital to a good golf swing. He’s right about that. The same is true for other sports like tennis and baseball. Without proper follow-through, maximum performance will not be realized. Those knowledgeable … Continue reading →

A Purpose for thanksgiving – …give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.  (I Thessalonians 5:18 NIV) A Passion for thanksgiving – I will extol the Lord at all times; His praise will … Continue reading →

Once upon a time my neighbor, Henry, and I were doing autumn chores, getting our yards prepared for the upcoming winter and the following spring. We were discussing some trouble spots under trees where we have difficulty getting grass to … Continue reading →

James Russell Lowell, 19th century American poet, wrote these thoughts: “What is so rare as a day in June? Then, if ever, come perfect days.” To be sure, June, in Lowell’s New England, has many gorgeous days, especially after a … Continue reading →

I didn’t hear any of this kind of commentary when the 9.0-magnitude earthquake struck Japan during March 2011. But a number of years ago a 7.2-magnitude earthquake killed several thousand people in Kobe, Japan. Hundreds of thousands of survivors struggled … Continue reading →

Some of us tend to be uncomfortable in one-on-one situations, especially if there is a controversial subject to be addressed. For many of us it’s difficult to confront someone about wrongdoing or offensive behavior. Having a timorous nature myself, I’m … Continue reading →