Following is the eulogy I wrote and presented at my father’s funeral on December 7, 2019. Although it was written to be spoken, I…
Ash Wednesday marks the season of Lent
Today the Christian Church observes Ash Wednesday. It marks the start of the season of Lent, a time for somber reflection – on our…
Worst day of my life
Today I am honored to share with you an essay written by a young woman who is near and dear to my heart. She…
Happy Birthday, Poppy
My dad turned 97 today. Most people who learn how old he is can’t believe it. He’s aged well, as they say, and still…
The worst thing to offer a grieving heart
There is so much in this article by Michael Morgan that resonates with me about the grieving heart. Morgan is a man longing to…
For freedom or greed: A Veterans Day reflection
In honor of Veterans Day, I set out to write an article about my father’s brief stint in the army. He was 20 in…