Author Archives: wisdomfromafather

About wisdomfromafather

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

Taking the Fear Out of Writing

Posted on July 9, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

I just completed facilitating a Taking the Fear Out of Writing workshop at The Commons at Central Hall here in Dover-Foxcroft, ME. We had anticipated about five in the class, but by the time we started there were 10 enrolled … Continue reading →

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Love

Posted on July 8, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

Another short reminder, this one from John Winston Ono Lennon Love is like a precious plant. You can’t just accept it and leave it in the cupboard or just think it’s going to get on by itself. You’ve got to … Continue reading →

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Ask and Ye Shall Receive

Posted on July 7, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

Today’s reflection is from Karen, a Latter-day Saint, Christian woman, Mormon, mother, sister, daughter of God, friend. He said, Bring them hither to me. (Matthew 14:18) I’m always asking my children, “How can I help you?” “Is there anything I … Continue reading →

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Do Not Be Anxious …

Posted on July 6, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

As we build this community prayer platform, with help from the #PrayerWarriors team, we ask the Lord to listen to our petitions with full confidence they not only are heard but acted upon by God according to His holy will. … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday — Take

Posted on July 5, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

I have always had the desire to put the words on paper (okay, the screen). So I’m here because I believe in the Five Minute Friday exercise and the community of writers I have come to know as virtual friends. … Continue reading →

Posted in Five Minute Friday | Tagged blessings, community, DPchallenge, encouragement, Faith, family, five minute Friday, Friends, God, life, love, relationships, risks, take, Writing | 11 Comments

Fourth of July Fireworks

Posted on July 4, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

Happy Birthday America! I was thinking about how I celebrated Independence Day through the decades. I remember the celebration being the kickoff to summer vacations — sneaking an extra day. Parades were always part of the day. Barbecues immediately come … Continue reading →

Posted in life & love | Tagged America, attitude, barbecues, blessings, celebration, DPchallenge, family, fireworks, Friends, growing up, Happy Birthday, holidays, July 4, life, love, Memories, observations, parades, relationships | 9 Comments

Midweek Mirth

Posted on July 3, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

One of the misconceptions about being a Christian is non-Christians think we don’t know how to have fun or have a sense of humor. Trust me, if the Big Guy can have a sense of humor when it comes to … Continue reading →

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Busy Tonight?

Posted on July 2, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

It was a Heaven Shining Through morning — the sun partially hidden behind clouds but still bright enough to illuminate the sky. It seemed appropriate for today as I formally launch my new book, My Name Is Sam … and … Continue reading →

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An Old Fashioned Wind Instrument

Posted on July 1, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

I came across this little reminder the other day and thought it would be good to share as this week’s words for the week George Bernard Shaw once got a letter addressed to George Bernard Shawm. In a beard-tossing fury, … Continue reading →

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Shalom Be with You

Posted on June 30, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

John 20:19-23 On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jewish leaders, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” After … Continue reading →

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