“The Book Thief” (a collection of quotes and thoughts presented by Death)
“One small thing… …you are going to die.” – Death This opening line sets a uniquely appropriate tone for 2 hours of thought provoking empathy …
Love
of Knowing
I know a lot of things. The same is true of everyone I encounter. A life of schooling, work, reading and general observation has the …
Review and Quotes from “The Alchemist” – Paulo Coelho
Paulo Coelho wrote The Alchemist in 1988. He believed it was the fulfillment of his purpose in life. Since that time, the book has been translated into …
Affair of the Will
I have long struggled with an inner conflict C.S. Lewis describes in Mere Christianity. Though his work does not resolve my tension, it gives me …
Reconsidering Scars
Today, as I sit and watch my beautiful Savana’s comeback to volleyball, I am reminded of the painful journey the last few years have been …
of War and Christianity – thoughts on love
My adult life has survived many wars from afar. The tribulation of the Middle Eastern countries has led to several battlefields some of which are …
“Love Wins” – Rob Bell
A Book about Heaven, Hell, and the Fate of Every Person Who Ever Lived While I like the book’s title, its subtitle is what actually …
2011 – Hiking with Samuel to Baskins Falls
Samuel and I have a tradition – the last weekend before school starts back up is “boy weekend.” This year included camping, fires, frisbee golf, …
Cleek Family Vision
Family Verse Hebrews 10:24 – Let us be concerned for one another, to help one another to show love and to do good. (GNT) Family …
of Painful Memories
“No one ever told me that grief felt so like fear. I am not afraid, but the sensation is like being afraid. The same fluttering …