To exercise or not to exercise is a question of costs. There are always more reasons not to than to endure the sacrifice and get it done. Yet, the point of exercise is to avoid future sacrifices. It’s never about the weather, schedule, or lack of a decent trail system. It’s about the future. Exercising […]
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What ‘loving your neighbor’ looks like.
Chicago occupies nearly thirty miles of Lake Michigan shoreline. Much of it is parkland, so you can walk, ride bikes, swim the beaches, hear live music, visit museums, go sailing, and more. There’s even a Ferris Wheel. In direct contrast, the shoreline also features a highway. Lake Shore Drive, a commuting artery, borders the park […]
Jesus Christ is returning. What should we do?
It’s a crucial question for everyone. This isn’t merely a Christian event; it’s a human event. The Person who created us, joined human history as one of us, and died to cancel the curse against us (e.g., sin), is coming back to bring us to His house. When we’re preparing for guests, we think of everything. Cleaning the house, preparing […]
The curious tension of canyon hiking.
Of all the ways to experience the western states, hiking is the immersive option. Whether you’re exploring national parks or enjoying regional secrets, hiking serves every age. That doesn’t mean it’s safe, exactly. Engaging with nature means venturing beyond civilized conveniences. All you have is what you bring, and who you’re with informs how far […]
The entrapment of rats.
Every neighborhood has its pests. Whether mosquitoes, mice, wasps, snakes, or centipedes, pestilence is a nuisance. We once lived in a neighborhood beset with rats. Despite our great fondness for Mrs. Frisby and her NIMH friends, we are not rat fans. Scratching in the attic is the opposite of a soothing seaside breeze. When we […]
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