Because everyone loves a good story
Masterful Poems: “Pied Beauty”
I don’t know about you, but springtime always draws me to praise the Creator. It must be something in the air (apart from the pollen). Gerard Manley Hopkins’ poem “Pied Beauty” is a wonderful tool that leads us to praise the Creator of all things dappled.
“Passing and Glassing” by Christina Rossetti
Aging is inevitable, but aging with grace is optional. Rossetti uses mirrors and fading flowers to contrast two views of growing old.
Sail Away: Tolkien’s Frodo and Tennyson’s Ulysses
After their adventures, Tolkien’s Frodo and Tennyson’s Ulysses both longed to sail to the world’s end. What caused this longing, and did they find what they were looking for? Let’s find out!
Praise and Poetry
Praise and poetry: what’s the link? The Bible is full of both, and so are the pages of history. Let’s see how one results in the other in Luke 1-2.
Pictures of my New House Progress
This post isn’t a post; it’s an excuse for why I don’t have time to write a post. Also, it’s a lot of pictures.
Merry Christmas!
Writing One Step at a Time
Whether you’re an aspiring author, runner, chef, magician, or anything in between, you’re sure to feel unmotivated from time to time. Today’s post contains some confessions of my own as well as a link to an article that may help pull you out of your slump. Check it out!
Rest as an Act of Faith
Some people are lazy, and some are workaholics. But there’s a better way to live, and it’s called Sabbath. How and why should we strive for this? Find out in today’s post!
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