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Hill of Cucumbers

For the strangest of reasons, not long after crawling out of bed this morning, I had to keep reminding myself from time to time that it's Saturday instead of Sunday. Just as I was pulling up to my off … continue reading

Posted on July 24, 2021

Book Smart

Without a doubt, I'd say this morning's below zero temperatures, combined with the strong winds accompanying it, was the most torturing of winter days thus far this season. After having only shoveled … continue reading

Posted on February 12, 2021

Uncomplimentary Things

It was another beautiful day in North Iowa with our temps continuing to be bearable, and once again, my first Sunday duty was to get my contemplative prayer session started. You can bet I needed that … continue reading

Posted on August 30, 2020

If You Pursue Evil

Another hotter than "H" day arrived which seemed all the worse with today's southerly breeze which felt like a fan blowing hot air out of a 350 degree oven. You can also be sure the temperaments of th … continue reading

Posted on August 25, 2020

High-Tech Secured

I started my day a little earlier again as my morning schedule was booked nearly solid starting around 9:00 which gave me more time to get my morning chores done before heading out. My goodness! Alrea … continue reading

Posted on August 24, 2020

Slightly Rounded Crown

I headed off to the Downtown before sunrise so I could get to my darkened space and fulfill my Sunday morning spiritual exercises before the City awakened. If there's one positive thing that's come … continue reading

Posted on August 16, 2020

My Pen

Alas the work week has ended, and all the happier for it because it was very much an exercise in both patience and diligence. I mentioned to one of the professionals this morning that I was approachin … continue reading

Posted on July 31, 2020

From Direct Sowing

I did manage to get out of the house early enough this morning so I could finish up on the little job I started yesterday. It took me about as long as I'd expected, which gave me enough time to get ba … continue reading

Posted on June 4, 2020