Do you remember singing “Pop Goes the Weasel” as a child? Or hearing it played by a jack-in-the-box or an ice cream truck? This traditional English song originated in the mid-19th century as a country dance, nursery rhyme, and singing game. It has entertained children for decades. I hadn’t heard this song in years, soContinueContinue reading “Debt-Free Living or Pop Goes the Money?”
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Only Man Walks Upright [and Our Sacred Trust]
The beauty and mystery of the heavens and the stars have long fascinated humanity. They speak of something higher and greater than ourselves. The wise men who worshiped the Christ-child were stargazers too. They searched the heavens for a sign of the coming King — the greatest King ever. They were searching, as humanity always has, forContinueContinue reading “Only Man Walks Upright [and Our Sacred Trust]”
We Have a Visitor! [Plus Italian Wildlife]
I call him Snuffles because, from what I’ve read about badgers, they leave shallow, cone-shaped pits called “snuffle holes” in lawns or dirt where they dig (or snuffle) for food, such as grubs, worms, and roots. We’ve found plenty of these holes, and heard badger noises at night. Badgers are kind of cute, and fromContinueContinue reading “We Have a Visitor! [Plus Italian Wildlife]”
The Saga of Our Summer House
June has been a month of movement for us. We’re clearing out two houses at the same time. When we bought our current house—the only home we’ve ever owned—I thought we’d never have to move again. Over the course of our 50-year marriage, we’ve moved over 50 times, but I stopped counting after the 50thContinueContinue reading “The Saga of Our Summer House”
Donald Duck Day in Italy [Video]
Happy Donald Duck Day! Celebrated annually on June 9, this holiday commemorates Donald’s official film debut. America’s favorite, but quick-tempered, duck first appeared in the 1934 film The Wise Little Hen. Donald Duck, whose full name is Donald Fauntleroy Duck, has achieved nearly worldwide fame. In most countries, he’s known by his name: Donald plus theContinueContinue reading “Donald Duck Day in Italy [Video]”
Clash of Two Kingdoms: A Lame Beggar Healed
He was just a humble beggar. Sick, bedraggled, and impoverished, he had endured 38 long years of suffering. Every day, he went to lie near the healing waters of the Pool of Bethesda. Always hoping for a miracle or a cure. Hoping that someone, anyone, would notice him. That someone would see his need andContinueContinue reading “Clash of Two Kingdoms: A Lame Beggar Healed”