Ponder These Moments…

Parties to attend.  Gifts to buy.  Trees to trim.  Kids programs to go to.  Cookies to bake.  Presents to wrap.  Songs to practice.  Lights to hang.  Stockings to fill.  Cards to send.  Will the busyness ever end?  Are the holidays a blur of activities and functions where we miss out on the real meaning of Christmas? I contend that our lives are so filled with to do’s that we are missing the...
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This is for you…

I bought a fantastic bracelet a few weeks ago by Lenny & Eva. Attached to the bracelet was a poem that warmed my heart… I wanted to share it with you… I invite you to find yourself in it… This is for the one who has found her way, and the one who is still searching. For the one who counts her blessings, and the one who is a blessing to others. This is for the dreamer, and...
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Conga Anyone??

Have you ever been to Mexico? American’s flock to the Riviera Maya during the cold northern winter months. We escape the white snow for in search of white sandy beaches. Many prefer an all-inclusive resort where the buffets are long and the liquor is top-shelf. Even though the conga line originated with slaves brought to Cuba from the Congo region of Africa, the dance is performed nightly at...
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The Guardian Bell

I’m not into ghosts or superstitions but sometimes there are things that happen for no apparent reason. When things like this happen to a biker while on the road, we blame it on the Evil Road Spirits. Evil Road Spirits are mischievous little gremlins that happily cause problems for bikers. Think of Stripe from the Gremlins movie… pointy ears, wild yellow eyes, and sharp teeth… you’ve...
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The backroads…

There is something uninviting about riding on the interstate. Defending myself against the drag caused by huge 18-wheelers… Stopping only long enough to fill the gas tank and use the ladies’ room… Orange barrels, orange barrels… Playing leap frog with drivers that don’t know how to use cruise… Don’t get me wrong… there are times when I’d rather just get on, open the...
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The Perfect Gift

You have just scoured the mall from end to end and have found, what you believe to be, the gifts of all gifts… the creme de la creme… the pinnacle of perfection. You lovingly wrap your find in the prettiest of paper, excitedly anticipating the moment when it is opened and savored by the recipient. You can almost hear the angels singing a chorus! And then the dagger comes out of...
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