Thank You
When a soldier in full dress uniform walked across our church lobby, he definitely caught my son’s attention. Jay is in awe of those who serve our country and wanted to meet him. The young officer, Lt. Col. Greg A. Kent of the U.S. Air Force, had read the scripture before the pastor’s sermon on…
Read More >A Moment In Time
Repairs, Rebuilds and the Mystery of 8:22 Mike Gilliam has a grasp on his time. He is a horologist — he repairs and restores clocks. In years past, people were licensed in horology, the study of clocks and watches. Although some schools still teach clock repair, a person must train under another horologist to become…
Read More >Friends and Resolutions
New Year’s Resolutions seldom work for me—I never keep to the diet, stay off chocolate (okay, that wasn’t really a resolution) or stick with the exercise. So this year, instead of making resolutions, I am counting my blessings, many of which are “girlfriends.” Not just one or two best friends, but a “passel” of friends….
Read More >A Woman for All Seasons
When it comes to a woman for all seasons, Pat Lenhart definitely qualifies. A former nun, nurse, semi-pro softball player and educator of 63 years, this 80-year-old dynamo is not slowing down or retiring. “I told my family I was going to teach until I was eighty,” says Lenhart, whose smile lets you know there…
Read More >Joyful Sound Choir
Surpassing Expectations with Unique StyleWith their love for God and passion for music, members of the Joyful Sound Choir have a way of affecting all who hear them. Made up of more than 50 people with developmental disabilities, ages 8 to 75, this group surpasses all expectations as they make audiences smile and cry with…
Read More >Love for a Lifetime
My husband never sends me flowers. Not even on Valentine’s Day. The reason? I’m allergic! But it hasn’t always been that way. There was a time when I could enjoy a bouquet of fragrant roses sitting on my dining room table. But the good news is that I can still enjoy those beautiful heart-shaped boxes…
Read More >Letters from Louise: Marvelous Mentors
I am a lucky woman! Besides having a wonderful mother, an older sister and two grandmothers as excellent role models while growing up, I had mentors – godly women who cared about me and shared their knowledge, time and skills. Betty Keeton was a pastor’s wife at the church I attended during high school. She…
Read More >The Emotion of a Photograph
Mark Nault Captures Weather, Landscapes and ArchitectureWhen thunder rumbles and storm clouds roll across the skies, Mark Nault grabs his camera. However, he is quick to say he is not a storm chaser. “I am a photographer who enjoys documenting weather events,” he said. He has gotten some magnificent pictures of all types of weather,…
Read More >Parenting: 101
A new month and a new holiday—one of my favorites—St. Patrick’s Day. Why do I like it? Well, there is my Irish heritage, the “wearin’ of the green,” and did I mention it is my first-born’s birthday? Certainly, it wasn’t planned that way. In fact, my little bundle came a week early. His name, Aaron,…
Read More >Home & Garden: Frugal Fairy Tales
Keri Yanchick’s enthusiasm is contagious as she spills out one creative idea after another on how to have a beautiful wedding on a limited budget. Founder of Frugal Fairy Tales, a website that has averaged 75 new members a month in the short time it has been in operation, Keri shares tips and do-it-yourself videos…
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