Frustration, even distaste with a republican.

I am an avid cyclist. And I have always found there to be something invigorating about taking the day to challenge myself to discover a rhythmic harmony of man and bike. I live for the long sunny days where I can set out, not knowing where my journey will take me. I not only push [...]

Oh you want to tell your story but you don’t know where to start / Well, your mother’s pretty lonely but she don’t have a heart / And you met the rich and famous and they’re screwed up the same / Even “love will tear us apart” don’t ease the pain

There indeed is a growing uncertainty during this worldwide economic crisis. It is a plight that has emerged and universally affects even the greatest of nations. Many countries are laden with hefty debts, stagnant economies, and extraordinary unemployment. The United States is not without its own entanglements that need be resolved. Our leaders have spent [...]

Soldier’s Deck of Cards [1778]

we can write with ink and pen but we will sow with seeds instead

dear friend, as you know, your flowers are all withering, your mother’s gone missing, your leaves have drifted away

In the West Michigan culture of conservative Christianity, I have found that alcohol consumption seems to be  a “gray area” in terms of Christian freedoms that is rarely discussed within the church body. I know it is not a new topic, but I find it strange that it is often omitted from the pulpit. Even within evangelical [...]

multicultural.

          This is what heaven will look like – a diverse group of lovely brothers and sisters in Christ! This particular evening, my friends and I had dinner at an amazing restaurant – Cousin’s Tasty Chicken – and then we went back and watched a movie together. I love evenings like [...]

aloha.

What do you think of when you here the word, “aloha?” Maybe you think white sandy beaches, palm trees, and a warm sea breeze. Or maybe you think of friendly greetings. When hearing the word myself, I often cherish thoughts of friendships I hold close of those I know who hale from the great state of Hawaii. But [...]

looking for the good life.

It has been way too long since I have last written. But alas, responsibilities and obligations of being an adult seem to give me excuse after excuse. Of course, some such excuses are legitimate. I do work a full time for Cornerstone University, one part time job [at my father's restaurant and catering companies], and I have [...]

twenty twelve.

I have always had a distaste for the New Year. Not hatred. Just a bittersweet feeling. Irrationally, my mind feels as though I have worked hard to make it to the end of the year…as if the end of the year was a goal to reach. Then the New Year chimes in and I feel [...]

“Come to earth to taste our sadness, he whose glories knew no end; by his life he brings us gladness, our Redeemer, Shepherd, Friend.”

It’s official. Christmas is less than a week away. I look forward to this season every year. Colorful decorations stream my freshly cut pine with gifts underneath on display.  But despite the holiday cheer dressing my home, I do not seem to be in the “Christmas spirit.” And I am not sure why. Maybe it is [...]