JoAnne and I were at our church’s annual summer picnic, held this year at Sunrise Park in Suffield, CT. I saw the cake on the table decorated with “40 years” but…
Tag: joy
Tips for Countering Depression
Contrary to popular opinion, the end of the year holidays are a very difficult time for many people. Depression is often worse then. Winter is coming on; other people seem…
10 Ways to Handle Stress
As I interact with people today, I find that many are under pressure. Frequently there are two jobs in the home and children needing attention as well. Add to this…
A New Granddaughter!
[nggallery id = 66] Someone is way overdue for a Grandpa post. I am so much enjoying being a grandparent. And on November 17, 2014, our second grandchild was born, a little girl,…
Treasures on today’s walk
This afternoon I took a walk up Broad Hill Road and on up the hill. I turned left into the Holcombe Farm trails and took the High Ridge Trail. I wasn’t feeling…
Some Favorite Snacks
I have a reputation as one who likes to eat. So one might expect an occasional post about good food. Here’s a fun one about my favorite snacks. What are yours? Favorite…
Thank you so much for pastor appreciation month
It’s been a great month This has been a great pastor appreciation month. My associate, Pastor Eric and I say thank you to all of you—so many kind words, gifts, food donations…
The Power of a Celebration
After our fun celebration, I began thinking, “Why is it important to celebrate? Are there good reasons besides the fun?” I remembered immediately that God must have thought it was important…
Recounting a Celebration
What a great weekend we have enjoyed here at Community Wesleyan. There was a tremendous joy evident in all the events. Beginning with the hugs of surprise reunions at the…