Author Archives: Jim Gleason

After a week of frigid temperatures and snow, the sun has come out today. Today’s high temperature is in the 40s, so the snow and ice is melting. The snow was beautiful, but dangers lurked beneath the snow. Even this morning we went into a skid over the ice while breaking for a stop sign.Continue reading “Like the Sun Over Ice”

Today I walked around a lake in the morning and alongside a river later in the day. The surfaces of the lake and the river were both covered by ice and snow. It made for beautiful scenery, especially at sunrise. But the beauty covered up the great danger. It hasn’t been cold enough for aContinue reading “Icy Waters”

What are the signs of a mature person? Making wise decisions is surely one sign. A mature person takes responsibility for his or her actions. This person has gathered knowledge through experience to live wisely. A certain amount of selflessness and caring for others also characterize the mature person. I am sure that you canContinue reading “Signs of Maturity”

My favorite place to find some peace and rest is at the beach. I grew up in Southern California and spent a lot of time at the beach. When I am able to go to the beach these days, memories flood back and soothe my soul. As soon as I feel the sand beneath myContinue reading “Life’s a Beach”

Why is it so hard to find encouragement and to give encouragement? I am not talking about empty flattery, but words that reach down into the soul of another and bring light and hope. Every day I need someone to come to me with words that build me up. We are so prone to sarcasm,Continue reading “Building Up Not Tearing Down”