Cliff Jumping

Have you ever heard this saying…”If all your friends jumped off a cliff, would you?”? I have. Heck, as a parent and a teacher, I’ve used it on more than one occasion. And when we hear – or use – it, we normally think of peer...

You Have NO Idea

This week, it has been “hot” here in San Diego…it has gotten up to 84. Seriously. Folks are complaining, telling us how unusual this is, assuring us it’ll get back to normal soon. We just laugh. Floridians would kill for a high of 83 in July!...

You Stink

Last night, I was walking what has become “my route” – out of my neighborhood and down the street, past the elementary school, to the stop light, and back. It’s a nice walk with great views. Mountains in the distance, ocean breeze blowing,...

Obey or Die

Being a Christ-follower is becoming increasingly difficult. It used to be that Christians were respected in our country. Then, we were merely accepted (“Aw, you’re a Christian. That’s great…for you.”) Now, however, it seems that we are...

We’re In!

What a week. My muscles are screaming, but my heart is soaring. We have a house! And not just any house, a house that is absolutely perfect for our family. For the first time ever, my daughters have their own rooms. And for my kids, this is the first time ever having...