Scientific Truth 8/22/22

The funny thing about science is that people who don’t understand it can take enough from it to make a pithy meme to convince far too many other people that it’s false.

The Difference 6/18/22

They say that behind every great man is a great woman. But how would I know that?

The Lord’s Will 7/2/21

Seriously? God wants me to be pathetic and lonely? I mean, sure, here I am pushing sixty and clearly, it’s how things have worked out, but why would God want me to be single and without children? Were my children going to be big jerks or something?

The Purpose of Religion 5/22/21

have your faith. Believe what you believe and don’t let anybody tell you that you’re wrong but think for yourself. Don’t give up your soul for a slick forked tongue.

Religious Philosophy 4/28/21

I thought she knew me better than that, or maybe she just forgot, but yes, I am actually a very spiritual person, just not religious.

The Miracle 4/15/21

I wasn’t worried about the conversation, frankly, because I know her well enough that there is no doubt we both respect each other even if we disagree. What did surprise me, however, is how close our thoughts really are.

Crow 7/5/20

This is the dark place where my mind went, which amounts to a lack of faith. I'm happy that I was wrong in having my concerns, and sorry that I let my mind run away with me.

Faith and Religion 7/20/20

this routine was very comforting to her. She had separated herself from the church for quite an extended period of time and had gone through some tough times. When she finally returned, this routine, the same as from her previous church, was like a warm blanket

A Crisis of Faith 5/13/20

Usually the best way for me to start feeling better about myself is to do something nice for somebody else. My friends are used to me periodically asking that they do something nice on my social media page, usually for some stranger.

Kind Words 4/17/20

a former student of mine (now social media friend) sent me a text message saying, “Thanks for sharing your story over the years, by the way. It’s taught me a lot about remaining humble and being thankful.”