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Advent: A Joyful Season

Posted on December 1, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

Let us then throw off the works of darkness and put on the armor of light. — Romans 13:12 During Lent, the Scripture readings and music are definitely penitential, urging us to “reform our lives” and root out our sinful … Continue reading →

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Let’s Talk Dialogue

Posted on November 12, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

So, you want to write a book. We have been tackling the five Ws and the H … that’s What, When, Where, Why. Who, and How. We’ve already delved into the five W’s — What, When, Where, Why, and Who. … Continue reading →

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When

Posted on October 1, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

So, you want to write a book. For the next few weeks — maybe with a break for other writing announcements or reviews — we’ll tackle the five Ws and the H … that’s What, When, Where, Why. Who, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Readin', Ritin' & Rithmetic, Uncategorized | Tagged attitude, communication, creativity, DPchallenge, encouragement, life, observations, relationships, research, when, Writing | 3 Comments

Five Minute Friday — Success

Posted on September 27, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

It’s time for Five Minute Friday, the weekly timed keyword-themed writing challenge hosted by Kate Motaung. Her words — and those of the others who congregate around the virtual table to share — are on Facebook at fiveminutefriday.com. I encourage … Continue reading →

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Happy Anniversary Sweetheart

Posted on August 29, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

I’m a couple of days early. Karen and I would have celebrated our 51st wedding anniversary this coming Saturday (Aug. 31). Since that’s our “Prayer, Care, Share” Day, I’ll leave the praise for then, but I can’t let the celebration … Continue reading →

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Re-Launch … for Me and Sam

Posted on August 27, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

Over the years, I’ve come to understand some of the characters in the Bible. At different stages in my life, I’ve mirrored Abraham, Noah, Job, Peter and even Judas Iscariot. But for the past year or so, I’ve empathized more … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday — Practice

Posted on May 10, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

You know how much I value this Five Minute Friday exercise … and the feeling is shared my many comrades in the FMF community. Here’s what Christina has to say, taken from snippets in Five Minute Friday: A Collection of … Continue reading →

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Instant Messaging: What the Kids Type and Mean

Posted on April 15, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

Do you know what your kids or grandkids are saying when they use instant messaging? Of course not! They have a code that’s intended to leave you in the dark. This is an old list from Kim Komando, but for … Continue reading →

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Heaven Shining Through by Joe Siccardi–Book Review

Posted on April 8, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

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Wisdom from a Father by Joe Siccardi–Book Review

Posted on April 8, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

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