One of the things I’m most proud of as a native Georgian is Augusta National Golf Club. I’ve only been there once, but I can tell you that it is an experience that will stick with you for a lifetime. I was recently listening to an interview where Jim Nantz, longtime CBS broadcaster, said that…
“Kids these days are pansies. I’m trying to toughen my kids up.” “I told my kids I loved them once. If it changes, I’ll let ’em know.” “I shouldn’t have to pat my kids on the back for doing the right thing. They should just do it. Now, if they mess up, I’ll be sure…
SPOILER ALERT: the following entry contains key plot points! If you haven’t seen it yet, you might want to refrain from reading! Yep, it’s true. I sat in the theater for my third viewing of The Last Jedi last night and as things have begun to sink in, they are really making more and more…
I remember people having disagreements in the past. Lots of them. People disagreed about musical tastes, who was the best athlete, even morals. But people didn't hate each other for it. They usually didn't brood about it afterwards and grow deeper and deeper in their anger over something that may or may not have been…
Storm clouds in lineThe feeling was fineToo much timeIs the bottom line The morning atmosphereMakes me turn to steerDown the streetWhere you make ends meet It's the strangest thingHow things are unseenIt might come aroundBut first it must be found Don't let yourself slipIt's a long tripYou didn't know the rule?Don't be a fool Put…
Racing eyes dart back and forth Searching for what may be true north Find a safe place to land And it slowly turns to quicksand Lying here in a canyon of sheets You never know who you might meet Strolling through all the heat and dust Gotta make it before it turns to rust You…
Easter is pretty fresh on all of our minds. On Easter I think of the price that Christ paid for the forgiveness of us all. It’s one thing to think about the forgiveness we receive, but what about the forgiveness that we give? It’s not easy, forgiveness that is. The reason? Because it involves hurt….
The bullet sinks into unsuspecting flesh A dangerous, poisonous projectile The person who pulls the trigger Sees no intent of evil They sniff the air for depravity If none is detected, then comes the magnifying glass Even if nothing is found A strike will come like a snake in the grass The venom is barely…
No, I don’t just mean romantic ones or family ones. Relationships are difficult, period. The level of effort required for a relationship is a major deciding factor when choosing whether or not to engage in it. Is it worth it? Should I open up my heart to this person? Should I take a chance? If…
Christmas season is here, and though things are as busy as they have ever been, I’m still reminded to stop and remember what the Christmas spirit is all about. It takes me back to my childhood and all the old stories and songs that are laced with good will, cheerfulness, and love. How even those…
