Tag Archives: stories

Hey Santa

Posted on December 8, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

As many of you know, I was supposed to launch my book Yes, There Is a Santa … And I’ve Seen Him Many Times last Saturday as a tag on to the Ho Ho Hometown Christmas festivities in Dover-Foxcroft. The … Continue reading →

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Today is a Gift

Posted on December 7, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

Our Words for the Week reflection come from Ray Lammie and his Thought for the Day. I was given a most precious gift this morning when I woke up. It’s a gift I never received before. It’s one I can’t … Continue reading →

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Plot Twist

Posted on December 1, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

A writer in my writing class last year was getting frustrated. She had outlined her mini story, but as she started to put words on paper, the story started to drift from her original intent. I remember the angst on … Continue reading →

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Friends: God’s Way of Taking Care of Us

Posted on November 30, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

Our Words for the week come from an urban legend reported to having been written by a Metro Denver hospice physician I was driving home from a meeting this evening about five, stuck in traffic on Colorado Boulevard when the … Continue reading →

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Coming Soon: The Return of the King

Posted on November 29, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

Our reflection this week is from Darrin Compagner. He who was seated on the throne said, “Behold, I am making everything new!” — Revelation 21:5 In December 2003 the long-awaited third installment of The Lord of the Rings movies was released in theaters. … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Smiles

Posted on November 25, 2020 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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Preface, Introduction or Foreword

Posted on November 24, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

I was recently asked what a Preface was and whether it was the same as an Introduction or Foreword. The answer to the latter part of the question is a resounding No! The three, while preceding your manuscript, serve different … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving

Posted on November 23, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

Our timely Words for the Week are from Charles R. Swindoll in his book, Growing Strong in the Seasons of Life. I recall, as a little barefoot boy with a cowlick of snow-white hair on my forehead, standing erect in … Continue reading →

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An Open, Generous Heart

Posted on November 22, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

Be generous and willing to share. — 1 Timothy 6:18 After Vicki’s old car broke down with no option for repair, she started scraping together money for another vehicle. Chris, a frequent customer of the restaurant where Vicki works at … Continue reading →

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Another Birthday

Posted on November 19, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

I know there is no time in eternity, but I have to say, you haven’t aged a day, Sweetheart. You’re even more beautiful today than ever. Tomorrow is actually you’re birthday, but I couldn’t resist making my usual remark — … Continue reading →

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