life – Doug’s Journey

50 Years

Ephesians 5:25 – Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her. June 19, 1976. Two very young people, really a boy and a young lady, made a marriage commitment in front of God, their family and friends. The stated goal was to be together until “death do usContinue reading “50 Years”

Defining Success. Does it Really Matter?

I am pretty convinced that although we are all created in the image of God, we do not emerge from the womb with an immediate concern for others and how our life might impact them. No, on the contrary, our initial thoughts and yearnings are all about us and our minute by minute needs. AsContinue reading “Defining Success. Does it Really Matter?”

Thanks Giving

I sometimes hear people refer to Thanksgiving as an “American” holiday and celebration. The reality is, cultures throughout history have held celebrations of thanksgiving. Just because their government didn’t declare a specific day for the celebration doesn’t exclude them. Countries such as Saint Lucia and Liberia have official thanksgiving days and even Brazil and GermanyContinue reading “Thanks Giving”

Lessons From Aging

I am finding out that no matter how old you are, there is always room to discover new things about yourself. I am now 71. People ask me how I feel. Truthfully – I feel great and have no idea what being 71 is supposed to feel like. I’ve never been 71 before! I haveContinue reading “Lessons From Aging”