Author Archives: wisdomfromafather

About wisdomfromafather

I'm just an ordinary guy walking along the journey of life.

A Birthday Wish for My Wife

Posted on November 20, 2015 by wisdomfromafather

For the first time nearly half a century, I won’t be with my wife to wish her a Happy Birthday. Before we were married … during our 40 years together … even after she passed away, I always spent time … Continue reading →

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In the Blink of an Eye — Westward Ho 4

Posted on November 18, 2015 by wisdomfromafather

Happy is the husband of a good wife; the number of his days will be doubled. A loyal wife brings joy to her husband, and he will complete his years in peace. A good wife is a great blessing; she … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday — Weary

Posted on November 14, 2015 by wisdomfromafather

I don’t usually comment on world events, but this week’s Five Minute Friday prompt — WEARY — and the events of Friday in Paris directed by thoughts for the exercise today (Saturday, of course). So I’ll be joining the legion … Continue reading →

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In the Blink of an Eye — Westward Ho 3

Posted on November 11, 2015 by wisdomfromafather

Posted in Blink of an Eye, children, encouragement, family, joy, Karen, love, Memories, relationships, travel | Tagged Blink of an Eye, children, DPchallenge, encouragement, Faith, faith, family, joy, Karen, Laughter, Life, love, Memories, relationships, Seaside Heights, sunrise, travel | 2 Comments

Five Minute Friday — Dance

Posted on November 7, 2015 by wisdomfromafather

Welcome to Five Minute Saturd … I mean Five Minute Friday. Okay … late again to the party. But I’m here! Here, of course, is a post on a prompt word, following by partying at Kate’s place (http://katemotaung.com/2015/11/05/five-minute-friday-dance/)with a hundred … Continue reading →

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In the Blink of an Eye — Westward Ho 2

Posted on November 4, 2015 by wisdomfromafather

Posted in blessings, Blink of an Eye, children, family, Karen, love, Memories, relationships | Tagged blessings, Blink of an Eye, children, DPchallenge, encouragement, Faith, faith, family, Friends, friends, Illinois, joy, Karen, Laughter, Life, love, Memories, relationships | Leave a comment

Deja Vu

Posted on November 1, 2015 by wisdomfromafather

I always thought there was a connection between Karen and Sonni. There were so many instances where I couldn’t tell them apart if my eyes were shut. I have a story to share that I was going to include in … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday — Bacon

Posted on October 31, 2015 by wisdomfromafather

You read that right. This is the Five Minute Friday post which I usually do on Saturday. And the prompt is BACON. Hmm, strange prompt unless you’re familiar with this exercise when the reins were transferred from Lisa Jo Baker … Continue reading →

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In the Blink of an Eye — Westward Ho … 1

Posted on October 30, 2015 by wisdomfromafather

Posted in Blink of an Eye, family, love, marriage, Memories, observations, relationships | Tagged anecdotes, Blink of an Eye, DPchallenge, Faith, family, Illinois, Life, love, marriage, Memories, observations, relationships | 2 Comments

Hugs for Sonni

Posted on October 25, 2015 by wisdomfromafather

I had the privilege and sad task of delivering an eulogy for a very close friend last night. While there was sadness at the reality of saying goodbye, it was also a celebration of a life well lived. And, as … Continue reading →

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