The Second Storm
At 5:20 this morning, two raccoons began fighting beneath my open bedroom window. I had planned to sleep in. The night before, I had stayed up later than usual, comforted by the thought that morning would allow me to remain curled beneath the warm blankets for a little longer. There were no alarms demanding an…
Joy and Happiness: A Fine Pair
Joy and Happiness. Two words we often use as though they were twins. They certainly resemble each other. Both brighten the face, lighten the heart and make better company of us. From across the room, it can be difficult to tell them apart. Spend enough time with them, however, and their differences begin to show.…
The Boyz in the Boat
The Boyz above Flathead Lake after climbing Wild Horse Island A special group of men has been part of my life since we were barely old enough to call ourselves men. We met during our freshman year of college. We had little money, limited wisdom and no idea where our lives would eventually take us.…