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Big-city leaders take pride in an impressive skyline, that is, the profile of their skyscrapers against the sky. New York had probably the best known skyline with the World Trade Center (WTC), the Empire State Building, and the Chrysler Building. … Continue reading →

“There came a man who was sent from God; his name was John.  He came as a witness to testify concerning that Light, so that through Him all men might believe. He himself was not the light; he came only … Continue reading →

Recently a friend sent me a quote for the week: “The road to ruin is always in good repair; the travelers pay the expense for it.” I don’t know who the author is, but there’s much truth in the quote. … Continue reading →

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 →

At dear old Thomasville High School (THS) there were various classes. Of course there were classes, you say. Yes, but I’m not talking about academic classes. There were classes of people, as in the caste system of Hindu society or … Continue reading →

A former pastor of ours loved the old Charles Wesley hymn, “Blessed be the Name”. At any time during a worship service he might lead the congregation in singing that hymn. (You know, it’s like Pastor John and “Jesus Loves … Continue reading →

On a Sunday morning at a former church, one of the singers made an excellent presentation of two songs. One of them, “I Bowed on My Knees”. brought memories of my childhood. On Saturday nights, when I was growing up, … 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 →