Do you agree, each new day sure does seem like rough and tumble. That phrase can be defined in several ways. Disorderly action with disregard for rules. Put together without much thought; haphazard. A general state of chaotic activity. Unrestrained atmosphere. Any way we look at it, the waters we tread in these days are …
When you plant calla lily seedlings, what do you expect to grow? Tulips? Roses? Of course not. You expect to grow flowers with smooth almost sword-like foliage. These beautiful flowers are native to South Africa. The word “calla” comes from the Greek word for beauty, and despite its name, the calla lily is not actually …
When my wife and I lived in North Carolina, we experienced firsthand the effects of hurricanes. The winds, the rain, the flooding, all of those caused us great distress, wondering when the roof would blow off or when a flying object would come through our window or when one of our many trees would come …
Our culture tells us the faster the better, and if fast is better, then faster must be even better. Well, unless you are a race car driver or a sprinter, fast is not always best. We all seem to sprint through life from one thing to another, oftentimes those things are good and noble, but …
Have you ever accomplished anything by sheer will? You achieved something through your own strong determination and willpower, without relying on external assistance or factors. Or possibly you achieved something by your unwavering determination, despite significant obstacles. People like Rosa Parks or Nelson Mandela both overcame significant obstacles in their push for social justice or …
Have you had moments where you felt as if you safely fled from a bear only to come face to face with a lion? You know, you finally get out of one bad situation only to find yourself quickly in another one. You find yourself wondering which way to turn. No matter how you …