Archive for: Faith
Is Coyote my spirit guide?
We have lots of coyotes around. Every other night I can here them calling and yipping. According to some of the neighbors, there is a group of dens in the hills and pastures between us and the highway two miles away. The coyotes will come up to our fence line. Theyre surely checking out the horses and perhaps hoping to catch one of the cats away from the shed. In fresh snow I like to follow the tracks they leave as they chase mice.
Cafeteria Society
There’s a phrase that’s been on my mind for several months. I’ve tried googling it. I’ve scoured the blogs and article databases. I feel somewhat confident (with a definite maybe) that it’s a term I’ve made up. Surely, some one reading this can point my ego in the right direction and show me that some one else deserves the credit. I’m bothered by the trend I see we are making toward a “cafeteria society”.
Nostalgia
I had an emotional day at the Vermilion Transfer Station. I dropped off two computers. Yes, I had developed an attachment to electronic equipment. One was a fairly recent model about eight years old. The other was the first computer I bought back in 1988.
Distractions
The days must be getting shorter. An hour can no longer be an “hour†long. I’ve heard many adults complain about this effect. I must admit, that I was aware of it even as a child. Time was inconceivable and only marked by significant events such birthday parties and Christmas mornings. My university years were definitely shorter than my high school years. Now, they blend together. Read more on Distractions…
Stepping Back, Going Up
It’s something I’ve always wanted to do. I get a shocked expression from my wife (and anyone willing to listen ) when I mention my idea. I have no shame in this regard to my family’s opinions. If I received a phone call, right at this moment, that I could travel into space, even aboard a hastily equipped space shuttle, even if I had to leave Vermilion right away to begin training, I wouldn’t hesitate. I would definitely go. Read more on Stepping Back, Going Up…
