Live!

This past week, I had the opportunity to attend a free Christian music concert on the square in Oskaloosa featuring several local artists and bands and a couple who were nationally known.  It was a great event which brought a lot of people together and allowed me to...

Whole Hearted

When you hear that someone has spoken from the heart…what does that mean?  Usually it implies that they spoke openly and honestly and directly about what they were saying…they poured their heart out.  You can hear someone speak from the heart, sing from their...

The Race

Earlier this week, I had an opportunity to ride a couple days of Ragbrai, so how could I say no?  I have truly enjoyed riding bikes since before I was 5 years old.  I remember riding around the country as a kid and the first time I rode to a friend’s house 4 miles...

For Who?

Throughout each day, the time and energy you expend goes toward something.  If you have a traditional job, much of the work you do goes toward producing something for your employer, at least it should.  If you do what you are supposed to be doing, you usually get a...

All Aboard!

Have you ever met anyone who agrees with everything you do?  Maybe you married this person who thinks exactly like you do, but likely not.  Most everyone will disagree with us on some point, from the way we live or spend our money to food preferences, politics, or our...