Ever have one of those moments when you realize you’ve matured? Mom mentioned it in one of her posts recently. It’s a little harder for…
Yes, I Have a Problem
Hey, there. Do you really want to know why I’m so sad today? It’s a long story. No, it’s a really long story. I was…
How Not To Play Right Back
Here’s how you play right back in soccer: take a look at Mathaus, and do the opposite of what he’s doing. No, that’s not because…
Backyard Missions
I had a conversation a few weeks ago with a woman who outwardly fit the bill of “Good Christian.” She was kind. She helped others…
The stick of doom
Today I met my current arch nemesis. Laugh all you want, because it was a little blue Honda. I’m a good enough driver at this…
Now and Then: On Looking Back
There comes a time in every man’s life when he looks out at the world and says to himself: “What the heck happened?” It’s been…
Writing Stories
I wrote a short story on October 18th, 2015. It’s ten pages long— the result of a particularly vivid dream I had. (I won’t bore…
It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s a Big Brother
In our family, there’s this guy named Mathaus. In the same person, there’s also this guy named Yaya. Go ahead. Laugh. I bet your family…
Where is Tigger?
“I’m Pooh,” said Pooh. “I’m Tigger,” said Tigger. —A.A. Milne, The House at Pooh Corner Squeals of delight. Dad has been reading A.A. Milne’s…
A Use For a Pumpkin Field
Ever had a pumpkin field you’re not sure what to do with? The season is over. All the pumpkins have been brought in and sold.…