“You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.” — Exodus 20:16. I remember to this day the rhyme — “sticks and stones may hurt my bones, but words can never hurt me.” Sadly, I learned, like we all did, that words indeed hurt, and false witness against one’s neighbor has destroyed many a life. I…
Vicarious Pleasure
This morning, I sit on my daughter’s backporch enjoying the fresh air, slight breeze, and her dog, Coal, asleep at my feet. It doesn’t get much better. But I say that not because of my wonderful venue to write today’s Pew, but because my children are all well and happy. We are at Caroline’s watching…
The Greatest Generation
My mother would have been 104 years old today if she had made it that long. Unfortunately, she didn’t. She and her sisters were all born in early May, around Mother’s day. They all graduated from college and endured being single working moms while their husbands fought in World War II and Korea. I often…
What About Now?
If you are like me you can always find a reason or rationalization for not doing something. Call me lazy or a procrastinator, but my first instinct is to find a reason to put something off, especially if it doesn’t provide an instant benefit or gratification. Fortunately, I have another voice inside my head. He/she…
On The Sixth Day
The Lord has given you the Sabbath, therefore on the sixth day he gives you food for two days, … Exodus 16:29. We learned during the height of Covid to adjust. Millions worked from home, children attended school remotely (not without problems, but they did endure), and we all learned to do ordinary tasks using computers…