Long Distance Roses
A white rose bends close to the window of my sunroom, glistening with dew in the chilly morning light. It nods gently, seemingly agreeing with my prayers, as the breeze moves the wind chimes for a melodious accompaniment to my quiet time. One by one, their...
A purpose that prevails
Most of us reach adulthood with dreams for our lives. It could be the dream of an exciting career that takes you places you couldn’t get on your own. It might be the vision of the family that you know is yours. Maybe it’s a place you’ve always wanted...
The Balsa Wood Plane, The Big Tree and Me
“I’ll give you twenty-five cents but if you want fifty cents, you’ll need to find a way to earn it.” This was my dad’s reply to my request for money to purchase a balsawood plane with a rubber band when I was eight years old. The twirling of the propeller that twisted...
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