Ten Reminders from a Tent

Then Reminds from a Tent My boys love the outdoors – hunting and fishing and playing sports. And, they love to camp. A few years ago, Tammy’s parents bought both boys tents for their birthday. Shortly after Wil received his tent, he and I took off with a group of Cub Scouts for a weekend […]

Come Out from Among Them

Come Out from Among Them “Religion that is pure and undefiled before God, the Father, is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world” (James 1:27). As I wrote yesterday, far too many Christians become influenced by the world. Like metal left outside begins to rust […]

The Lift Chair

The Life Chair When I first started using the pool at Carilion Wellness Botetourt, I went down and up the steps like a “normal” person. As my dystonia progressed, I noticed that I needed to climb up and down the ladder (I couldn’t do steps easily, but I could do the ladder – go figure). […]

New Car Smell

New Car Smell Eighteen months ago, I bought a brand new car. I planned to buy a used car, but Toyota was running a special on new Priuses, and I desperately wanted one (it’s hard to beat 50 MPG!). Even better than the gas mileage is the new car smell. I desperately want a new […]

Avoiding Common Pitfalls, Part Two

Avoiding Common Pitfalls, Part Two On Tuesday, I mentioned our temptations I believe the disabled are especially prone to face – the temptations of missing the assembly, grumbling, rudeness, and selfishness. Yesterday, I offered suggestions to help overcome the temptations of missing the assembly and grumbling. Today, I wish to tackle the other two temptations […]