Month: May 1994
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Spring rituals
After the drudgery of winter, I welcome spring’s energetic celebration of life. It has, however, been a long time since I could simply sit and be absorbed in its wonder. As the trees burst into shades of green, I find myself instead absorbed in “end of the year” activities. Anyone with four children should expect…
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No problems overseas
Recently Kathy and LaVerne Dyck spoke in church about their plans to spend a year in Russia, teaching historical Christianity, morals and ethics in the public schools. I was empathetic with Kathy’s initial reaction, “Go to Russia!! No Way! That’s the enemy! We had to practice hiding under our school desks in case they dropped…
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What’s in a name?
The idea began when I was a new bride. I was filling in information on an envelope for sending film in for processing. As I started to spell out my husband’s name, I realized I would be the one picking up the film. I wrote in my first name instead. I haven’t been Mrs. M.J.…
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Adventures in the backyard
For months my friend has been recovering from surgery. I called to ask how she was. “Well, after weeks of not being able to wash the dishes without resting, the doctor decided I needed something more than Geritol. With this new prescription, I can vacuum the floor without fainting. I haven’t had this much energy…