Morning on the Water

Morning on the Water

Fresh Air Just before dawn, I slipped my old kayak into the waters of Stinchcomb Wildlife Area. For late July in Oklahoma, the 67 degree morning air invited me into its hospitable space. Gliding along the Canadian River, the mist rose from the surface, unveiling the...
Echoes of Gratitude

Echoes of Gratitude

Fresh Air Probably the single most famous speech given in the history of game players was given by a generally silent Yankee first baseman named Lou Gehrig. He stood at a microphone on a day honoring him after a fabulous career, suffering from a horrible disease that...
7 Things That Must Be Believed to Be Seen

7 Things That Must Be Believed to Be Seen

Fresh Air “You have to see it to believe it.” Isn’t this how we normally think of it? But today, I’d like to share 7 things that must be believed to be seen. As you glance over these you may push back a bit, but I challenge you to consider the crucial part that belief...
7 Moments to Savor

7 Moments to Savor

Fresh Air Cooped up, out of seasonal routines, and needing fresh air. This is how most of us have felt during Corona season. But, there are still moments to savor. You may, however, need to make them happen. Consider putting yourself in some of these positions: Ride...
7 Not-So-Small Victories in Caregiving

7 Not-So-Small Victories in Caregiving

Behind the Scenes of Caregiving #2 When you spend time in the desert, you savor every drop of water. The experience of caregiving offers no lack of hardship, disillusionment, and grief. Yet, beautiful gestures, hilarious incidents, and pride generating accomplishments...