DON’T LET THE OLD MAN IN

January 1, 2025

My wife and I watched Toby Keith: American Icon on TV recently. It was a tribute to the country music star who died of stomach cancer this past February. I have always enjoyed listening to Toby. He was a country boy from Oklahoma that made it big, but he didn’t act like it. He was…
A CHRISTMAS STORY

December 29, 2024

It was Christmas Eve morning. I decided to escape the hustle and bustle of Christmas and go crappie fishing. On this cold day, I know I will find my quarry congregated around brush piles and standing timber. When caught in winter’s cold water, they always taste better. I put on my gloves, pull up my…
THE LAST CHRISTMAS

December 25, 2024

It was Christmas Eve Day. Christmas trees and decorations were in every room of the old house. Outside too. Torn wrapping paper was everywhere. It had been a good day. The old couple stood at the door, hugging their family as they left. They would all be busy on Christmas Day, so they would not…
THE EAGLE SEES THE ROUND RAINBOW

December 17, 2024

Bald eagles, as symbols of America, goes back to 1782 when it was added to the Great Seal of the United States. The eagle was selected because of its great strength, stately looks, long life, and because it is native to North America. An eagle appears on official documents, currency, flags, public buildings, and other…
A CHRISTMAS LETTER TO OUR GRANDKIDS

December 13, 2024

Dear Grandkids, I know most of your communication today is through short texts and emails. You probably do not like to read something as long as this letter, but please do! One day, the gifts you get for Christmas will be gone. This Christmas letter to each of you will last forever. As you continue…
TAKE IT ONE DAY AT A TIME

December 6, 2024

Many of you are praying for our son Kelly and his battle with cancer. Every week at church, many people will ask how he is doing. My wife and I are thankful for all of you and those praying for him in Wisconsin, where he and his wife Lexi and sons Ty and Sam live….