There was a little boy who was making his very first visit to the big city. Among the many new sights he encountered, it was the elevator he found the most intriguing. He stood in front of one for several minutes and marveled as he watched an old lady, slow and wrinkled, carefully step in and then disappear as the light flashed … [Read more...] about A MAGIC BOX!
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DOUGH!
Playdough (Play-Doh) can be fun to play with. It can be rolled, flattened, shaped, and so be conformed to the shaping of the pressure of the hands. It can also be cut into designs and shapes with the use of cookie cutters. All of this takes place with action upon … [Read more...] about DOUGH!
THE MASTER FOCUS!
Playing in a symphony orchestra for many years I have had the opportunity to perform under various conductors who sometimes interpreted the music differently and have had the privilege of playing many beautiful and often challenging masterpieces. Though much practice time is put into preparing for performances, that … [Read more...] about THE MASTER FOCUS!
LENDING KINDNESS!
Lending takes on various forms. We can lend someone our ear by being attentive to what they have to say and thus encourage them as we show genuine interest in what is going on in their life. We can lend someone money and reveal a willingness to share what we have when it is needed. We can also lend a hand and … [Read more...] about LENDING KINDNESS!
WHY THEM?
If you had history making news, who would you tell? The biggest national newspaper? ABC news? The President or other national leader? The church elders? The preacher? Who? When it came to announcing the birth of Jesus it is interesting to note who got the news first. … [Read more...] about WHY THEM?
