I traveled to eastern Mahoning County this morning, to the McGuffey Wildlife Preserve. It was lovely, but not exceptional, as far as nature preserves in this part of the world. Pretty small. Mostly meadows, with a few sections of thin … Continue reading
New Year’s Resolutions seem to have fallen out of fashion. I can’t even remember seeing any articles or watching any video pointing to the tradition this year (though I guess I have been seeing more advertisements for businesses connected to … Continue reading
I just finished reading John Hever’s book, The Hidden Delight of God. It’s an extended study of the biblical Exodus account, with some cultural analysis and adaptation. And I should probably admit that I received an advance copy of the book directly … Continue reading
I led our H2O interns through a life-mapping exercise a couple of weeks back. We talked about looking for Spiritual Inukshuks, as I often do with interns. Even though it takes some explanation, I think this concept from Inuit culture … Continue reading
I’m ending my string of thematic clothing weeks. The last full week of November was my Week of November Blues. And I took it to a level that none of my previous weeks had been taken. Not only was it … Continue reading
My seasonal depression has been ramping up recently, with all these gray November days. I’m not in a place of total despair. I’m spending a half-hour every morning in front of my Nature Bright SunTouchPlus sunlight supplement lamp. And I’m … Continue reading
Dear Olivia, Happy Birthday! My “little girl” is now officially, legally, an adult. And to be honest, that feels a little bizarre… sad… scary… surreal… but mostly — really and truly — amazing. You! Are! Amazing! I look back on … Continue reading
I didn’t know that the street preachers were going to be on campus. But it just so happened that I made plans to go for a walk with a student, starting from the fountain on Risman Plaza. And there they … Continue reading
Dear Cor, Happy Birthday, my son! Everyone seems to be talking about how quickly you’re growing up these days. People ask, “What grade is Cor in?” And I’ll say “He’s a sophomore in high school.” And they’ll say, “What?!? No … Continue reading
Today was the first day of classes for Kent State University students. And, as usual, we finished the day by hosting our H2O Kickoff event. But, in a more unusual twist, the venue for this year was the Student Green, … Continue reading