It’s May in Kansas which means the special effects of the sky: thunder and lightning get a workout. Thunderstorms affect us in a powerful, emotional way. Our response to thunder and lightning shows up in everyday speech, in literature, and on the weather channel. Below is a collection of facts and fantasy all about thunder… Continue reading The Special Effects of the Sky: Thunder and Lightning
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The Development of a Puppy and a Novelist Are the Same
A puppy grows through different developmental stages. Watching him grow, I have learned that the developmental stages of a puppy and a novelist are the same.
Expect To Have Hope Rekindled
Expect to have hope rekindled is a wonderful attitude to have. And Sarah Ban Breathnach is right about the spring rains. They do come, in time. It’s not easy to wait for the dry season or life’s difficulties to pass. Nor is it easy to hang onto hope when a dry season lasts and lasts.… Continue reading Expect To Have Hope Rekindled
My Dear Old Dog
Astro is my first Yorkshire Terrier, my dear old dog, the oldest dog I’ve ever owned. Astro will turn 14 next month. Our time together is running out.
Dream Fearlessly
Would you give up one Saturday to dream fearlessly? I’m taking inspiration from a project of the American Family Insurance company. The company partners with local charities across the United States of America on a project to support and/or better that community. You can learn more about there project here. Don’t worry. This isn’t an ad… Continue reading Dream Fearlessly