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I was unable to do my normal hiking this morning due to the rain. Instead, I walked on the treadmill, not as much fun, but beneficial nonetheless. The rain has continued all morning, but it has been a gentle rain. This kind of rain benefits the ground bringing the nutrients it needs to produce grassContinue reading “Gentle Rain”

I was a teenager during the 60s and was caught up in the Peace Movement of those days. The country was split over our involvement in the Vietnam War. People displayed the peace symbol on clothing, bumper stickers, and tattoos. Yet protests and demonstrations often turned violent. The cry for peace was drowned out byContinue reading “Cry For Peace”

Our son’s family bought a farm over a year ago. They have since added chickens, cows, and goats to their farm. Later, they planted several different kinds of fruit trees. Since I eat a lot of fruit daily, I am eagerly awaiting the first crop from each tree. Just by looking at the trees, IContinue reading “Good Fruit”

What motivates us to give our best efforts to a task? Is it the expectation of reward for a job well done? Is it the possibility of adverse effects upon us if we don’t deliver? Is it our respect, or lack thereof, for the person giving the assignment? All of these may be valid motivationsContinue reading “Properly Motivated”

I did not learn mechanical, carpentry, or repair skills growing up. My father did not have these abilities or knowledge, so he could not teach me and I didn’t have anyone else to go to. As a result my wife has always done a lot of the repairs around our house. She grew up withContinue reading “Qualified”