keep the SON in your eyes

NOT A GAME

2012-01-28T14:42:00.003-05:00

I am through reading a book by Leonard Sweet, I Am a Follower, that has spoken
to my soul so may times that I must re-read it again and again. He is concerned
that those of us who call ourselves "Christians" are more concerned about what
it is to be a leader than a follower. The entire book seeks to have us reflect upon
how we should follow the only Leader, Jesus Christ. We don't need more books,
seminars or sermons. What we need is to follow Jesus more. In so doing, we will
help others come to Christ.
We all have played Follow the Leader" in our life time. But have we followed the
Leader named Jesus? It isn't a game. It's a life-style to get others on board as
believers. I challenge you to read this book because it will help you have a better
understanding of what being a Christain is all about.

THIS IS THE TODAY SHOW

2012-01-27T21:27:00.003-05:00

Today has been one of those day's I'd like to have many more of. I went to Barnes & Noble
this morning to meet with a group of six people I have coffee with often. Today one of the
group paid for my coffee before I could do it (I pretended my left hand hurt & I couldn't
reach my billfold - kidding).
Today we talked about so many things that my head got dizzy before we we're through.
When we broke up, I picked up a book called Quite to read a few more pages from it. I
really am interested in it because it deals with being an introvert or an extravert. I need
to see which one I am. Then today, a good looking woman asked me to go out to eat with
her at Panera Bread. She even paid for it with my honey money. When we parted, I
went back to Barnes & Noble and read some more while sipping more coffee. When I
got too tired to stay there, I headed home. When I got home, I read again before sneaking
a short nap in before my wife walked in the door from an afternoon of shopping. We had
planned to go out to eat tonight but thought it best to stay home and eat left-overs. They
were good the day after.
The Today Show has become The Tonight Show because I'm about to go in our bedroom
and watch tv there. Letterman, Leno, etc are on my menu for entertainment tonight. If
I get bored, I will click it off and head to dream-land. Speaking of dreams, last night was
wild! I attended a service at a church where I got bored before the preacher was through
preaching, so I left to go to the parking lot and get in my car and leave. However, I was
blocked in the parking lot by six or seven open caskets. Funeral directors were everywhere
I looked. When I got brave and hit the gas to get on my way, all of the sudden a procession
of people were marching on the street so that I couldn't leave. About that time I woke up
wondering what the dream was all about. To tell the truth, I don't want to now Today or
Tonight or tomorrow! (spooky stuff - too much to eat before going to sleep?)
Anyway, it has been a good day. I look foward to a good night's sleep without spooky'stuff
being back in my dreams.
I hope you had a great day.

SIGNS OF THE TIMES

2012-01-24T19:42:00.002-05:00

Do you ever stop and then wonder why you stopped? Well, have I got a deal for you! For only $29
you can have a STOP sign to save you from wondering why you stopped. It is attached to a medal
ring on your head and the sign hangs out in front of you so you can see what you are doing and in only seconds stop what you started and go back to bed. Be warned: it works best beween 3:00 a.m. and 5:30 a.m. if the batteries are kept strong. When the batteries are getting weak, there is a faint beap to alert you to STOP and get new batteries. Stop now, wherever you are and order before this offer expires. And if you hurry, we will throw in a second sign for free: START. That way you can decide when to STOP and when to START by flipping the change left over from your wasted money you sent us. Hurry...hurry...hurry and we will pay for freight charges as welll. Note: in less that six months your signs will be left at your front door when UPS stops aand get you you started stopping. Thanks you for listening. I've got to rush off before the producer stops me from selling such silly signs to you. There is is....a sign right before me..... S T O P!!!

MEETINGS

2012-01-23T22:17:00.003-05:00

Ihadameetingtonightthatmademetiredthat'swhythesewordsareallstucktogether.Ihaveanother
meetinginthemorning.Infact,IcouldofhadtwointhemorningbutIsaidIwasbusyatanothermeeting,
myabenexttime.AndIthoughtwasretired,nottiredWell,it'snicetobeneeded.Sorryabouthewords
beingsoclose.Iamtwotiredtopullthemapartforyou.

JUMP!

2012-01-22T16:21:00.004-05:00

After attending worship this morning, my wife and I were waiting for our
daughter to lead us out of the parking lot. That's when the cell phone rang
and she informed us that she left her lights on during worship and her car
battery was dead.
I asked a couple of people leaving the parking lot if they could jump her
battery. No one had cables with them but one man said he would drive
home and get his and be right back. I headed on home in my car while my
wife and daughter waited for the man to return. When he arrived, he got
the battery jumped and soon they afterwards they headed home too.
Richard was so kind to take the time to offer us help on a cold, wet Sunday.
The good Samaritan came along just at the right time and jumped right in
to help her.

** Ohers would of helped had they had their jumper cable with them. They
said call AAA but along came the Good Samaritan who was willing to do
more.

TOP TEN

2012-01-21T21:24:00.003-05:00

My wife says I moan and groan more and more so she wants to know why. Here are my top ten reasons why I moan and groan: 10. I work too hard and day. 9. I get bored because there isn't
any work to do. 8. Watching cars pass ou house from our front porch makes me tired. 7. coming
up with 10 right answers wears me out. 6. I lost my get-up& go & can't seem to get-up & go find
it. 5. My undies are too tight. 4. I'm almost as old as my oldest old brother. 3. I keep seeing my dad whenever I look in the mirror. 2. I can't see anything anybody said and I can't hear anything anyone see's. 1. It's a hymn I'm working on for the Rest Home & entitled: Come Moan, We've Gotta Be Groaning On Our Way. I have to hum it since I can't rember the words and because my teeth fall out if I hit a high note, Sing along now, children..a one, a 2......

music copywrited at songs you never want to hear,com

A DAY OFF

2012-01-21T15:39:00.003-05:00

I slept in this morning untill 7:30. I would stayed in bed but Derby (dog) was scratching
at the door to go out. Therefore, I got up to let him out & get him back in. I stayed awake
and had my morning coffee while reading two morning newspapers. Then I watched the
up and down game between UK-Alabama, which UK won! Go Cats! I ate pizza before
doing a couple of other things here at home. Life sure can be tough on an old man even
on a Saturday when it's his day off. Speaking of off, I'm off this thing and off to take a
nap. After all, Sunday is comin'

ONCE UPON A TIME

2012-01-19T13:36:00.005-05:00

While I was reading early this morning, I put my book aside and looked at my wrinkled
hands. I started thinking about where they have been and what they have done, and why
do they look like they do.
Once upon a time, long ago, they were so small and so soft. They were held in the hands
of mom and dad to keep me from falling or to pick me up when I did fall down. Once upon
a time they wrote words for the first time. They made a bed or they learned to ride a new
bike. Once upon a time they held a Bible given to me by my parents. Once upon a time
my hands held the hands of a young lady. And then once upon a time almost 43 years
ago they held the hands of my wife and then our children.
These wrinkled hands were once soft and smooth but now they show wrinkles, scars and
smudges of dirt even if my mom did tell me to was my dirty hands, many, many times.
These hands are slowly starting to look like the wrinkled hands of my aging father who
held a big King James Bible in them for the 300th time. When I look at the cast of dad's
hands that are in our house, I remember that once upon a time, not all that long ago,
those hands waved a kiss towards me from the bed upon which dad died.
What do your hands look like? Why do they look as they do? Let me hand it to you to
keep using your hands to do the very best you can to touch someone with compassion
and care like our Lord did with His hands, long, long ago, and even again today.
Every Sunday I look down at my hands while in worship at the early service at church.
While the preacher preaches I see my hands. I see the aging hands that soon will
take communion bread and juice and consecrate it for the congregation and soon
there after, serve them one by one the Lords' Supper. It's then and there that I know
that at that time, I'm doing what God called me to do when I said yes to being a
pastor. But there is something else that happens in that service that touches me.
Years ago I served communion to some of the very people who approach me each
Sunday now. And when they reach out their hands to take the bread, I see aging
hands that were soft and smooth once upon a time.

MOVIES IN THE MORNING

2012-01-19T07:25:00.003-05:00

As I grow older, I'm watching more and more old, old movies. I turn the Turner
Classic Movies on and watch movies from way back when. The problem I have
is how many of the movies or actors I can call by name quicker than I can snap
my fingers. I can't do that very well when it comes to today's movies. I guess I
just happen to like the goodd old day's better.
It's 6:30 a.m. cdt and I'm about to watch Joan in Paris just to see if I remember
anyone from the movie. Looking at the cast of character's thus far, I can't place
one name in my old mind. Maybe I will the next time I watch it. Or, I may turn
Turner off and turn on Good Morning America and see if I know any of the
people on it. Better yet, I may go back to sleep after my morning cup's of hot
coffee. Problem with that though is having to get up and go to the bathroom
so many times, just like being at the movies. Excuse me, please, I have to go
right now!

YOU ASKED FOR IT

2012-01-18T21:02:00.002-05:00

While I was having coffee this morning at Barnes & Noble, a man from our coffee group
came in late. When he saw me he pointed at me and said, "Hello, potted plant (because
I'm there so often)." I looked at him and said, "Atleast I'm not a blooming idiot!" He
hushed up but smiled at me as if to say, "I'll get even." I doubt it because I'm too quick
on the draw. Besides, my plants are resting for the winter.
I enjoyed reading from four books while I was at Barnes & Noble today. I needed to stay
there and take my time being by myself after the coffee club guy's left. It was so nice to
not have to be anywhere else, doing something else. (my wife may not agree with me)
I started reading a new book that I really was blessed by reading as much of it as I did.
I'll have to go back (soon, I hope) to finish it. I even cheated and wrote down a couple
of notes from it.
The Cafe' was full with people talking, reading, playing cards or chess while sipping a
drink & eating something. I only knew one person in the crowded cafe' so I said something
to her as I was leaving.

ATTENDANCE WAS WAY UP

2012-01-15T19:36:00.002-05:00

Our pastor was gone last Sunday and someone else from the staff preached. I wanted
to ask him today in church if he saw how high the attendance was last Sunday when
he didn't preach. The week before was less than 800 and last Sunday it was almost
1300. Maybe he should let staff members preach more often if he wants to see the
church grow. (ha)
He preached to a full house today and preached a great sermon on the subject of prayer.
If I had asked him what I wanted too, I might need prayer! come to think about it, I
do!!

AN AFTERNOON TO REMEMBER

2012-01-15T19:26:00.003-05:00

This afternoon while I was watching football, I realized I had on a sweater that belonged
to my twin who died last year. All of the sudden I could see him in his house sitting on his
lazy boy with his dog in his lap while watching tv and wearing the sweater I have on. You
see, I was sitting on my lazy boy with our dog in my lap watching tv with that sweater on.
Wierd, I felt Harold's presence and almost heard him saying, "nice dog, nice lazy boy, nice
tv, hey! THAT'S MY SWEATER!!" Well, it's mine now and I'll take good care of it. Except,
I should ask Harold what this food stain is on the right sleave.

I'M BACK!

2012-01-08T21:50:00.002-05:00

This is the first time in a very long time to blog for me. I have been on facebook instead. I just
did this for the fun of it. If anyone is still reading my blog, let me know. Thanks.

2011-07-19T21:29:00.002-04:00

The new garage door was put in place yesterday morning at our house
after a few weeks without a door at all. It looks so nice, keeps the house
cooler and safer. As we rejoice in this being done, we also are trying to
get some rest after a very busy two weeks.
I plan to go to Barnes & Noble Wednesday and read from a couple of
new books while drinking coffee and eating a blueberry muffin. I had
wanted to go today but I had to take the dog for a shot and help do
a couple of things here at home. It worked out. My wife made a cobbler
this afternoon and it is sooooooo goooooooooood.

A HOT HOUSE

2011-07-12T21:26:00.003-04:00

I'm glad to say that at the end of this second day we have
a new ac in place and clean air ducts. Today was worse
than yesterday due to not having the ac on as much. It
has been a hot house with little cool air at all. Even if a
fan was blowing, it was blowing hot air!
It will take all night to get it cooler inside due to the hot
outside. But we are delight that we have ac most of the
time when others don't have it at all. I feel so sorry for
those that don't have ac at all.
We look forward to next Monday morning because that
is when a new garage door will be put in place. We and
our dog will be glad because it gives us safety as well as
a quiter house. Besides, it will look better than no door
at all or tarps hanging down to keep the weather out. We
might even win an award for the best improved house
in Hunting Creek. We even gave the old door away today
to someone for scrap medal. I have an idea whe did pretty
well with taking it off our hands. Good for him, good for
us.
I plan to rest Wednesday after two hot day's here at home.
As I've said, we both worn out with waiting, working and
having a hot house on two very hot day's. By the way, our
son came today and plans to leave Wednesday. He should
of taken my advice and come at a better time. However, it
is so good having home even if it hot stuff!

A HEAT WAVE

2011-07-10T21:24:00.003-04:00

I attended the 8:15 service this morning and then headed
home to let my nephew drop his dog off for the week at our
house while his family is at music camp. Now we have two
barking dogs to take care of till Saturday. the worse thing
(really best) is that tomorrow the air-conditioning will be
shut down while a new one is installed through Tuesday.
We can't complain since we have had air-condioning while
some people don't have any at all.
I went to Barnes & Noble and started reading a new book
this afternoon. It was a cool place to be while drinking my
hot coffee and reading a the same time. I may go back in
the morning if I can't stand the heat (get out of the kitchen)
and I doubt I can. It will be a heat wave as I wave good bye
to the dog's & my dear wife.

BIG BROTHER IS WATCHING

2011-07-09T22:12:00.003-04:00

Big brother is watching. That is an old statement about the
possibity of the government watching everything anyone
does. But I like big brother better because my big brother
is watching out for me and our younger brother.
It is nice to get a phone call from big brother to check up
on you and it is even nicer to know that big brother is much
older than I am. He doesn't look as old as he almost is (soon)
but he sure is wise in his ways.
May the Lord look down upon my big brother and bless and
keep him safe and sound. May the Lord look down upon my
big brother because he is someone I care about a great deal.
Thanks big brother, Kenneth.

SATURDAY SILENCE

2011-07-09T07:49:00.003-04:00

I got up before 5:30 and took the two news papers to the back
deck to read them. Instead, I found myself staring at the gray
sky above and the fog. It looked so calm. Then I listened to the
silence of the early morning and thanked the Lord for another
new day.
As I drank coffee and read the papers, I placed a covering down
on the deck for Derby (dog) so he wouldn't get wet from the wet
deck. A few minutes after that I felt somehing on my left foot. It
was Derby telling me he was ready to come back inside. So, here
I am at the desk while Derby is back in bed beside our daughter.
Maybe I can get something done now.
I twisted and turned all night it seems. I think i had too much on
my mind to sleep well. Most of the time I sleep pretty well through
the night. Not last night. I'm glad it doesn't happen very often. It
could be too much coffee or too much rubert pie or somethimg like
that.
My right leg looks like it's all red from a fall a few weeks ago. While
it is healing and not hurting, it is amazing to see it like this. As the
healing takes places the blood goes down the leg until it's healed.
The small knot on my hip isn't as big as it has been but it's still
there. It reminds me of just how quick things change and that I
better behave. Well, try to behave. I walk with my cane most of
the time and try to watch where I'm going. I just hope it's not down
again.
That's enough stuff for a Saturday filled with silence. Soon the sounds
of silence will be replaced with the sounds of traffic, people, tv, and
things like that. As Paul Harvey would say, "Good day."

GOOD INTENTIONS

2011-07-08T21:40:00.004-04:00

I have missed my twin brother today. While I was at Barnes
& Nobel, I picked up two books about the death of siblings. At
first I was just going to get a quick glance at them and get up
and on my way. Several minutes latter I did just that with tears
in my eyes.
Each book spoke about things siblings meant to say and do with
one another but failed to get it done. Things like talking about the
past and the future, going on trips together, calling one another
more often, etc. Harold and I both had good intentions but failed
to follow through on them when we could have and should have.
I saw my twin as I turned the pages of the two books. I thought
of my twin as I put the two books back where they belonged. And
then I left as a soft rain was falling down from the sky as I walked
out to the car. The rain and tears kissed one another as I wiped
them off my face and headed home knowing that it is good to have
days like this. It was a good day indeed. Good night Harold, good night.

AN OPEN AND CLOSED CASE

2011-07-08T21:15:00.006-04:00

When I drove into the parking lot of the resturant where
three of us meet to eat every three weeks, only one truck
was in the lot. I wondered why no one else was there. When
I put my car window down, my friend told me they were on
vacation till Monday. No problem. We went to Bob Evans.
When another friend showed up we informed him that he
had to buy because his name is Bob, he has a birthday this
month so we know he will get money, and because he was
such a nice guy. It worked, he bought for the three of us.
I went to Barnes & Noble to read all alone because I was
far behind on a book I've been trying to read there before.
I got in several chapters before a lovely lady sat down at
my table. I asked her where her husband was and she told
me she didn't and she didn't care. Then and there I
knew I had to take advantage of her so I gave her my
membership card for a cup of hot tea. Afterwards, she
gave the card back to me and went to read some magazines.
Caught up in her beauty and the chance to flirt with her, I
sat down beside her while she was reading. We looked at
one another. Before we knew it, we left together and drove
in seperate cars to meet again. After she unlocked the front
door of her house I walked in and asked her when he husband
would be back. She told me he was with two friends at Bob
Evans and wouldn't be back till afternoon. That's when I
asked the lovely lady her name and she told me Janice as
she slipped her arms around my neck and hugged me. I
melted in her arms until our daughter walked into the room
and said, "You two stop that kissing."
What a day. What a date. What a wild and crazy guy! And
so that's the case of an open and closed case.

GREEN MONSTER MASHED

2011-07-06T08:45:00.004-04:00

I threw about half a water melon on the compost this morning because it wasn't worth eating. A few minutes ago, Derby was barking at it like it was a green monster. He barked and barked and barked until I got him inside. Now I am going back outside to smash it up so that the dog will stop all his barking. Maybe he will feel safe after the green monster is dead.

I just killed the green monster. It was a struggle to the end. It spit at me and tried to escape under the vines of other strange looking green looking things. But I prevailed thanks to my shovel and strength. It was not a pretty sight! When Derby went back out he barked at the green monster until he saw that it had split the scene. Feeling safe, Derby licked my leg (I think it was juice from the green monster) and laid down safe and secure. What a day. What a dog. What a grandaddy. What a mess!!

A RETURN TO ROUTINE

2011-07-05T07:25:00.003-04:00

The fire crackers will soon be sounds of our past as people
get on with their lives. The celebration will be replaced as
we get back into the routines of day by day living. We will
complain about the heat, hard work and having so much
to do. Welcome to reality that isn't a tv show.
As for myself, I know it sounds crazy but I want to go to
Barnes & Noble to read today. There is something about
the places that allows me to really relax. I will pick up a
new book and find myself wanting to read it. At times,
that new book takes the place for awhile of the book I've
been reading. I will get back to the first book after the
other book is read.
Back to work, house hold duties and the like is what it's
like around our house. Routine things might get to be a
bore at times but that what life is all about. Just be glad
if your able to do things and get on with it. That's what
it is all about. Just like my routine of writing boggs from
time to time.

BOOM! BOOM!

2011-07-02T21:58:00.004-04:00

A few minutes ago I walked outside and thought how quite our
neighborhood is when BOOM! BOOM! Firecrackers almost
made this old pee! I jumped about a foot off the ground I wish)
and then I walked back inside our house that is in a very LOUD
neighborhood.
I went to Barnes & Noble this morning and finished one book
before reading on in another that I'm taking my time with. As
soon as I got home I finished South of Superior which was a very
good book. I think I'm ready to get back to a good mystery next.
I like variety when I read.
I washed the crv even though I know it might rain Sunday afternoon.
It's like taking a Saturday bath before the Sabbath. I meant to wash
our daughter's crv but I ran out of steam before I could get to it. Since
she has Monday off, I might wash her's before Tuesday. They key
word is MIGHT.
The BOOM! BOOMS! are still BOOMING but I have an idea I can
still sleep. I take after my daddy.
Celebrate being free and give God the glory.

GOD's FROZEN CHOSEN

2011-06-30T11:13:00.004-04:00

Hey mister, do you have any spare parts? I need a healed hip. I need
a smoother skin. I need a do-over because I'mover-due for one. I need
to stay off my hip because it is bigger than it was when I got many years
ago. Hey mister, I need to ba hippy.
I put ice on it for 15 minutes early this morning & now it is thawing out
I just hope no one puts salt on it and heats it up like a frozen turkey even
if I am a turkey! Pass the pepper please.
You know it is bad when I don't go to Barnes & Noble. When my wife says,
"STAY!", I stay because my other hip might match my right hip if I don't
act right, right!!
All in all, I'm doing ok except that my Depends are not so dependable. They
keep falling down. Depending upon how you look at it, I need HELP! Do you
know they # for 911?
By the way, I think all this is part of the Coomer Humor Tumor - right Ken?
Is there a pill for it? Is there a salve for it? Is there any hope? I tried taking
two pills for it but my skin broke out with poke-a-dots and all I could do was
go back to bed. Maybe, just maybe, I should see Dr. Goodnight.

HERMATOMA, HE SAID

2011-06-29T20:48:00.006-04:00

I fell a few day's ago and hurt my right hip. It bruised badly. While
we were in Nashville today, I noticed a swelling in my hip. We had
left seeing our chiropractor not long before this took place. Thus,
we went back to see Dr Ray. He took exrays and gave me a treatment
for a few minutes. It is called hermatoma, a collection of blood outside
of a blood vessel.
I have put ice on it for a few minutes since coming home and taken
a nap. Dr Ray says it will take a long while for it to heal but I shouldn't
have trouble with it unless I fall again. He urged me using a cane all
of the time, in all places. I guess I'll have to stop playing tennis and
golf after all this.
I'm glad that we were able to go see Dr Ray so soon and that he was
ready and willing to help me. He has been our chiropractor for a
number of years and is great at making us all feel better when we
hurt.
Before coming home, we did stop to eat pizza. My wife drove us
home since I was very tired after all this taking place all of the
sudden. I know I can't wash dishes, run the vacucum cleaner or
wash the car now that I've fallen and can't get up! Maybe in a
few months.

A FULL MEAL

2011-06-28T21:45:00.003-04:00

A couple whom I married many years ago from Broadway brought a
full meal to our house last night. We enjoyed each and every bite. I
was full after the meal and hoped there were left-overs left over. Yep!
She even made a Derby pie.
We invited my younger brother to the table since we hadn't seen
much of him for a few days. It was good having him with us and
updating one another on things going on for all of us. Since I was
tired, I went to bed early and slept all night long even when the
wind was blowing hard. I didn't know about it till I woke up and
then picked up limbs from the trees.
I need to diet again after so much food and so little exercise of late.
Maybe I need to stop the seconds within seconds and I need to
swallow the fact that I swallow way to many cokes. If I don't do
something now I will look like Fat Albert soon.
It has been good being back home after a hard week last week.
We've rested and done a few jobs here and there. One of the
things I did yesterday was to put Harold's obit in the Bowling
Green newspaper so some of his former members of a church he
served years ago might know of his death. When it came out today,
I sure was glad that I had done it. He loved Kerr Memorial and
Bowling Green. We love Bowling Green as well.
It is near my bed time again tonight so I'll be heading to bed so
we can get up to go to Nashville in the morning to see a couple
of doctor's. Nite-nite.

LOUD AND CLEAR

2011-06-26T20:21:00.003-04:00

Harold had a great respect for Dr. W E Sangster who wasn't able to speak near
the end of his life due to an illness. How strange it is that Harold was in a very
similiar situation at the end of his life. Yet the two of them were alike when
I think of a quote (I don't have it all) that Dr Sangster said comes to my mind.
It went something like this:
"How sad it would be to not be able to speak about Easter because of not having
a voice, and yet, even sadder to have a voice to speak with and stay silent about
Easter."
Harold shouted EASTER at his Celebration of life last Friday night when those
there spoke about him and his Lord. Easter was echoing throught the songs.
speakers, sights and spirit of the service.
A Scripture comes to my mind: "We cannot but speak of that which we have
seen and heard." (Acts) Let us all speak loud and clear with our lives and lips
that "Because He Lives, I can face tomorrow.." Don't be mute. Be bold and get
the message told. Harold did!!

VERY TOUCHING

2011-06-26T14:03:00.002-04:00

I was very touched as people passed by at Commmunion and touched
my hand, patted my back, winked and smiled at me. What a way of
saying that they were with me as I pass through the valley of the shadow
of death. They gave me comfort in so many ways.
My wife and I are about to go to Barnes & Noble since our home air
conditioner isn't working. Maybe we can cool down while we read,
drink (me) coffee and see friends. I might even do what I sometimes
see when I'm there, men snoozing in their sofa chairs. Why not join
the club of comfort and chill!
We have thought of Harold and the family often today. We pray that
they (family) and able to relax and rest after a hard week. Who knows,
Harold just might be playing the piano and singing with mom & dad
as they celebrate a grand reunion. If not that, Harold just might be
talking everyone's ears off since he hasn't been able to talk much for
many weeks. If not, maybe, just maybe, Harold is having a heavy
conversation with Christ about something. Whatever it is, I'm sure
of this, Harold is home in Heaven and has no more pain and no more
tears. For that, I sure am gratefull to God!

HOT-HOUSE

2011-06-25T20:36:00.002-04:00

Our air-conditioner isn't working so we're in the hot-house!! But that is
fine since we're home. We are all tired & sleepy so we all have taken naps.
All else is well back in Bowling Greenn as far as I can tell.
I may attend all the services Sunday at Broadway just to stay cool. Or, I
might go to Barnes & Noble to stay cool. Whatever, wherever, I just want
some rest. I can sleep in the services while Rick preaches or something.
What I really want to do is worshp the Lord in the sanctuary and offfer
thanks for blessing after blessing this week.
This is like me, short. It's too hot to think or type so I'm out of here!

The Station

2011-06-21T15:51:00.005-04:00

I went to Barnes & Noble to relax awhile this morning drinking coffee and
reading. I got off in a corner and spent some down time to get me back up.
The Lord gave me guidance as I walk throught the valley of the shadow of
death. I found comfort in Christ as I read, reflected, prayed & thought of
all that's coming up over the next few days.
There is so much to do and so many things we want to say as family and
friends gather to celebrate Harold's life. We will all need an extra dose
of Divine comfort and bidding. We have laughed and cried at our house
and in our hearts over the past hours. We have looked backwards and we
have looked forward. We have found rest and we have been stressed but
most of all, best of all,we have God's Word to be faithful in tough times.
While we pack up for our journey, we remember how Harold packed his
spiritual suitcases long ago so that he would be ready to catch that Gospel
train when it pulled into the station. May we all learn a lession from someone
who has aready arrived at his final resting place, the arms of Almighty God.
Now, Harold waits for all of us to come home, come home., all ye who are weary,
come home. The porch light is on and the Father waits at the door.

JOURNEY WITH JAMES

2011-06-21T07:14:00.004-04:00

I knew that when I sat down out back on our deck a few minutes ago
that the first thing I needed to do was to turn to the Obituaries in the
newspaper. When I saw the page the first person's picture I saw was
that of my twin, James Harold Coomer, age 67. Tears fell down on the
page almost hitting what was written. After catching my breath, I read
it. It was well written about someone whose journey is completed. So
I say, Well done, Harold, well done.
As I read all the things family and friends say about Harold through
emails and facebook, I'm reminded how Harold had such an impact
upon so many lives, in so many ways. Again, well done, Harold, well
done. I have no doubt that his life will touch lives for years to come
as others remember how he said or did something for them through
out the years, mostly the ones where he strugged to survive whatever
came his way. I know that his twin brother is seeking to survive all
that has come my way, and Harold has shown me how to run (walk)
the race.
One of these days the two of us will be together once again. Until then,
I must do my best because Harold was always asking me how well I
was doing. It wasn't about Harold, it was all about someome who has
walked the journey by his side as a twin brother I have many more
miles to go, but I know I can make it if I follow in the footsteps of one
who walked in the foot steps of another person, Jesus Christ.

FOR THE FIRST TIME

2011-06-20T07:54:00.006-04:00

When I woke up this morning, I realized that this is the first day of my life without my twin.

Harold has run the race, finished the course, and is in Heaven for eternity. No more pain, no more waiting, and no more wondering. The journey has been completed.

One of these days my journey will be through. Harold and I will be together again. Until then, I'll always keep many memories of my womb-mate tucked away down deep in my heart.

Thanks goes out to our family who has been faithful in being bonded together during these tough times. Harold would be so very proud of each one of us. While we aren't finished taking care of things with Harold's death, we celebrate his journey with us and give God the glory.

THUD!!

2011-06-18T16:30:00.005-04:00

Late yesterday afternoon I heard a loud THUD! from the garage. I took
a quick look but didn't see what it could be. Then, right after my wife and
daughter drove into the garage after arriving home from going to see my
twin, Harold, THUD!! the Garage door went off the track & we couldn't
get out until today.
Today is Saturday. Today is the day before Father's Day. Today is the
day when all garage door compaines are closed until Monday morning.
Thus, today became the day I took the garage door down so a brand new
one would be my Father's Day present next week. We had talked about
getting a new one one of these days, today is that day when we decided
that next week would be really great.
I'm was already sore from removing a bookcase from the kitchen Thursday.
I was already sore from moving books from bookcase to another bookcase.
I was already sore from all those things as well as a couple of others. I had
planned to get a haircut and goes to Barnes and Noble this morning. But I
was locked in with no way to drive off into the sunrise. The haircut and a
trip to Barnes & Noble will have to wait till next week. I'm too sore to even
move my fingers to type this Blog.
That's the up's and down's of life I guess. It could of been worse. Atleast
the cars are still safe and sound in the garage on a very wet day. My next
job will be to guard the garage to keep someone from stealing somthing
from it. I think my Father's Day present is hidden out there somewhere.

OFF DUTY

2011-06-15T20:37:00.005-04:00

Today was a day of doing nothing if I could get away with it. Well,
I did pretty well with my plan. I went to Barnes & Noble and spent
the entire morning reading a new book and visiting with a
few friends. I think there were 12 of us at one time chatting away &
drinking coffee. These are people I've come to know by being there as
often as I do. A couple of even shared some pretty
heavy stuff with me as they have sought help in dealing with some things.
I take that as a compliment that they think enough of me to try to help them.
This afternoon, I sat outside and read until a drop or two of rain fell on my head
and sent me inside. That's when I took a nap. And then the weather alarm sounded
off loud and clear as a wake up call. I got up & unplugged it & went back to sleep.
Can't keep John L. Jr from getting in has afternoon nap!
I think I will watch the hockey game on tv until bedtime. After all, I'm off duty!
(till the boss sends an alarm to get up & get going)

A PERFECT FIT

2011-06-14T19:54:00.004-04:00

When we discovered that the space for the new fridge was too tight to
work, I knew that something had to give. Today I removed the book
case next to the fridge space and the fridge fits just fine. The next job
will be finding or making a space for the books that were there. Both
of us had to work hard to get the job done but it is the perfect fit, just
like the two of us.
I also discoved that I put the seat on backwards on the excective chair
yesterday so I did it over today. It works well now whenever we need
to adjust the back of it. If I had read the instructions I might of gotten
it right the first time. Maybe.
Needless to say, I'm tired after two day's of hard work around the
house. I hope I can have Wednesday off to go off to Barnes and Noble
to read and relax. That's another perfect fit.

FIT TO BE TIED

2011-06-14T08:23:00.002-04:00

We bought a new fridge for the kitchen with thoughts of placing the older one
out in the garage as a backup. When the new one arrived yesterday, it wouldn't
fit in the space where it should go. We've tried a couple of things and have yet
to fit the fridge. Therefore, we're fit to be tied.
Since we slept on it(not the fridge), maybe we will come to a conclusion today
as to what to do. -1. send it back (if they take it), -2. remove a bookcase next
to the space, -3. cuss, -4. Let it hang out into the kitchen and say that it is the
latest fad, -5. blame each other for the big mistake, -6. put the new one out in
the garage!!!!
We thought we had the measurements correct but we didn't realize that the
space isn't exactly correct. It's not us, it's is the fault of the fellow who built
the space in the first place. Thus saith the man who just said that.
Please pray for me & my wife because we're going to have to decide what to
do now that we're fit to be tied.

SLOW POKE

2011-06-11T07:23:00.001-04:00

CHANGE IS IN THE AIR

2011-06-05T21:17:00.003-04:00

When I went into the Men's restroom at Barnes & Noble Saturday,
I saw a sign saying, Baby Changing Station. A minute of two after
that a man carried a baby in his arms into the rest room. When I
asked him if he was changing babies, he looked at me like I'm some
crazy old man. Why would he do that? I'm a crazy almost old man!
Speaking of change, my wife and I changed the roll top desk from
one room to another a day or two ago. It had been in the Living
Room but now it is in our home-office where I work often. This
afternoon we worked with putting things in place. I would place
something in one place and she would place it somewhere else.
I knew she would do that! She always does, so why expect it not
to happen!
The wind blew hard enough this afternoon to change some things
out in the back yard. Tree limbs where scattered everywhere so
I picked them up while it wasn't so hot. I may be dumb, but I'm not
stupid! I'm thankful that there wasn't more damage done. It even
hailed on Sunday!
That's the latest news from our place to your place. Don't forget
to change __________________ (you name it) before the week
is over. Good day.

WHAT A DAY

2011-06-01T08:37:00.003-04:00

I was up early so I had a couple of cups of coffee before giving the garden
some water. I also watered the flowers before coming inside to rest After
all, today is my Barnes & Noble day and senior day at Kroger. If I can get
on out of here before Mrs. C can catch me, I'll head on over to B&N before
they even open. (kidding)
We had a great pot-luck (13 of us) with our Growth Group from Broadway
yesterday. The fellowship & food was wonderful. I ate far too much but I
tried to be nice to those dear souls who went to all that trouble to make all
that food. The green beans were really good (my wife took them) & the
deserts topped everything off.
Since it will be hot today, I know I do have to stay out of the heat as much
as I possibly can. The heat burns me up! Ouch!! Drains my get-up-& go so
that I can't get going. I'm glad I can do all I do day after day.
Speaking of today, have a great one & stay cool.

SO - SO

2011-05-30T20:26:00.003-04:00

My wife and I have had a few day's "home alone" since our daughter went to the
Indy 500. Yesterday we attended the 8:15 service at Broadway & then the 10:30
service at Greenwood (satalite with Broadway). Both services were a blessing to us
as we expected them to be.
Following worship, we ate at Logan's Roadhouse and then watched the 500 on tv
in our nice cool, comfy chairs at home sweet home. What a race! Won in the last
seconds due to a wreck by the leader till then! She napped while I read a few more
pages of The Help.
Today she went shopping while I stayed home. We had planned on going out to
eat at The Olive Garden but ended up eating at Fazoli's instead. It was a good
meal without a crowd to have to deal with. Now we are waiting for Jennifer to
arrive home tonight after a long time being gone.
We meet to eat again Tuesday with our Growth Group as our last get-together
for awhile. It will be pot-luck with the 13 people (couples plus one) bring food
by using a letter from the word GROWTHS. We have G so Green beans will be
what we take although I thought Grits would work well. When we did this the
last time, we were all amazed how how well it worked. I hope we see success
again tomorrow.
I haven't been to Barnes & Noble of late so I need to go Wednesday if I can
do so. Since it has just been the two of us, Barnes & Noble had to be put "on hold"
till I can get back there. Besides, being "Home Alone" was well worth it if I say so
\myself. SO-see, I said SO.

BUSY, BUSY, BUSY

2011-05-25T18:59:00.003-04:00

Today I moved some things around in our garage so we can put the fridge
that is in the kitchen in that spot when we get a new fridge for the kitchen.
I moved this and that to put that and this there. After that, there was a
need to clean out our fireplace in an effort to rid of some strong smells. So,
I moved some things outside to clean and fix and then I cleaned inside the
fireplace before bring the outside stuff inside to put back in place. Then I
had to clean up the mess I made cleaning up the fireplace. Got it? I did, I
got hot & dirty and needed a shower so I would smell better than what I
had just cleaned up.
After all my work, I laid down on the bed to watch the last Oprah show
but I feel asleep & missed it. Maybe I can watch a repeat at 9:00 if the
storms don't demand all my attention. I have our emergency bag ready
with some things we might need in case of the storm. I just wonder how
three people & a dog can fit in the same tub with the emergency bag and
two purses & no telling what else. I may just go low in hopes of not going
high.
I doubt I get a good night's sleep tonight while watching the weather.
That's why I took that nap I guess. May the Lord bless & Keep you safe
& sound.

THIS BLOG'S FOR YOU

2011-05-24T09:26:00.005-04:00

My older brother told to me to get back to blogging. So, this blog's for you big brother.
I want to thank you for all you mean to me and so many others. I want to thank you
for always taking good care of others. I want to thank you for being willing to go the
2nd mile & more to be there for someone in stress. I want to thank you for showing
such love to Linda & your family. I want to thank you for needed nudges when we
needed to say or do something. I want to thank you for birthday cards to me when
I failed to get you one (I couldn't remember you last name).
This Blog's for you Kenneth. Keep doing what you've always done because it means
so much to me. And, Linda, thanks for all you do too.
By the way, did I tell you thanks & that I love you?
John Piggy

CATCHING UP

2011-04-16T17:56:00.003-04:00

I have been busy doing so many things that writing a Blog has been hard. I preached at the Retirement Village last Tuesday and have been working with getting ready to lead a six week Bible study starting next Tuesday. Plus, I have been busy with house - hold duties as I attempt to assist my wife, besides, she made me! I'm kidding. I know that she has way too much to do all by herself. I am reading a new book by Richard Paul Evans, Miles to Go, that is the 2nd of 4 books. Thus far I'm finding this book to keep my attention. I was going to see Nicholas Sparks today at a Book Fest here in Bowling Green but I ended up at Barnes and Noble where I read and drank coffee with some friends. I want to travel to see my twin soon. He is out of the hospital and is showing some slight improvement following a fall a few weeks ago. We're gratefull to see him getting better. We're also gratefull for all the people who ask about Harold and/or write him. Prayer's are being answered, so keep praying for him. I'm helping with the 8:15 service each Sunday again and am blessed in doing so. I guess I'm too much like my father. Like father - like son. Have a Holy Week next week as we approach the celebration of Easter.

AUNT MYRA

2011-03-26T17:14:00.003-04:00

I preached Aunt Myra's funeral yesterday at the church where I took Janice
to be my wife 42 years ago. I told them that I got two mother-in-law's, my
wife's mother and my wife's Aunt Myra. She was just like a second mother
for Janice and her sister Wilma.
I even sang: "Aunt Myra, Aunt Myra, my herats on fire for Aunt Myra..." We
got a good laugh out of that. Our daughter shared some thoughts about how
she though Aunt Myra did magic because she seemed to show up almost
anywhere, any time. She was always there with her sweet smile and her
sweet spirit. Wilma shared about Aunt Myra's Christmas dinners in their
basement year after year and how she had so much good food.
It was a high honor to preach about an angel named Myra. It is also a
high honor to still be married to Janice Kay Addington Coomer.

TAKING THINGS EASY AROUND HERE

2011-03-13T21:02:00.004-04:00

I have enjoyed having an afternoon at home today. Rather than going to
Barnes & Noble, my wife went and I watched UK-FL play basketball. It
was great seeing UK win the championship.
I have read, played with the dog, taken a nap and been on the computer
as my way of taking it easy around the house. I have an idea that there
will be much to do this week, so I'm getting ready for it all. I know of a
couple of jobs that need my attention and I'm certain a certain person
will provide me with her list for her him (me).
We had a good time at church today. Jennifer sang in the 9:30 service
and I served Communion at the 8:15 service. We went out to eat and
then I headed home to watch the game.
I'm listening to classical music in my study while writing this and
catching up with people through emails and chats. It is a nice way
to end a good day. Good day (night) to you.

"TIME - OUT"

2011-03-10T17:08:00.003-05:00

I went to Barnes & Noble for a couple of hours this morning to relax some.
After a very busy day yesterday, I needed a "time out" to take things easy.
I read a number of pages in a mystery that I'm into. I also read several
pages in a book by Joyce Carol Oats about the sudden death of her dear
husband, and I read a few pages of a new book by Suzi Orman on how
to handle money matters. I practiced what she preaches by not buying
her book. I will read whenever I'm bak at Barnes & Noble and finish it.
After two hours, I knew I needed to return home because my wife was
in need of our car to go places I didn't care to go with her (kroger, drug
store, etc). I was right about not going since my body yelled at me to
take it easy. My body was right. I'm tired,
We have to go to Nashville Friday even if we were just back from being
in Louisville yesterday. I'll take a book to read while my wife does what
ever it is that she does there. (doctors) I might even slip in some snoozing
out in the crv with soft musicc on the radio. Talk about "time-out", that's
the real deal.

"THANK GOD, I'M FEE!"

2011-03-07T20:41:00.003-05:00

Dr Fee released me from having to see him again where he works. My e-ray's
showed that my broken foot has healed. Dr. Fee attends the same church we
attend, so I hope only to see him there from now on.
I stopped by Barnes & Noble on my way home around 4:00 for coffee and to
read from three books I'm reading whenever I go there, which is often. It
was relaxing to get caught up on the three books and head home around 5:00.
I am amazed at how many times I see the same people there again and again.
While I don't know all their names, I know their faces and give them a nod or
brief greeting. The servers have my coffee ready before I can even get to
order it because they know my face and my order. Most of the time I pay the
exact amount in change since I know the cost ahead of time. That is nice of
them to treat a customer so well.
So I am celebrating being free from Dr. Fee and that red cast. I just hope I
don't go out and break a leg!

WOK OF WOK!

2011-03-06T19:24:00.005-05:00

My wok won't work when we want a wok to work well. I wish my wok would
work well when I want wok food. It's just my that my wok won't work
well. Does the wok work well when we plug it in? Well! My wok is working
well now that I have it plugged in. It's a wonder wok!
Does your wok work well? Lot's of wok to when you want your wok to
work well.

LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD

2011-03-05T20:53:00.002-05:00

Little RED RIDING Hood is the name we've given to our crv. Since we
be riding in it we hope everything under the hood will be in great shape.
LRH is in he garage waiting to go for a ride to church & out to eat in the
morning. The sun is to shine again they say. Hope they know what they
are talking about.
Lazy is the word for our house today. We've rested for the most part
after a hard day yesterday. I've read some and taken a couple of very
short naps.
Now that we have LRH, we plan to go see my twin next week and my
wife wants/needs to see her sister while we're there if possible. I see
my Doctor about how I'm doing after the cast came off of the broken
foot. Good, I hope.
LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD unless we change it again.

STAYING INSIDE ON SATURDAY

2011-03-05T14:53:00.004-05:00

I thought that when I went to bed last night I'd have a name for our
CRV when I awoke this morning. Well, I don't. Not yet. But I'm sure
I will soon. I've stayed inside because of the rain except to take it
across the street for a 83 neighbor to see. He was coming over in the
rain to see it so I took it to him instead. He approves of the car and
the color. I dried the CRV off when I got in the garage again.
We're tired after a very busy day yesterday. My wife is taking a
long nap. Our daughter is sleeping. I'm the only one up and about.
Although nap time sure sounds good on a wet Saturday afternoon.
I had planned to go to Barnes & Noble for coffee and book reading
but put that off till tomorrow after the UK game. By the way, I
might haave to miss the 9:30 service Sunday to head home since
the game is on at 11:00 our time. I sure hope they do better than
UL did today. They lost in the last seconds.
Since I'm sleepy I'm about to head to bed or the lazy-boy for my
afternoon nap. Maybe this time I will come up with a name for
the CRV. Who knows?

A DONE DEAL

2011-03-04T18:58:00.003-05:00

We bought a 2007 cherry red CRV today after awhile of looking and
looking. It feels so gooooood to have this behind us atlast. Of all the
many that we tested, this one was the one we wanted and needed the
most. It is in the garage by another CRV and looks right at home.
Now we hope we can get some other things done that have been "on
hold" far too long.
We always name of cars as a way of giving thanks for having them.
The last two were Doxology 1 & Doxology 2 to express giving our
thanks. I'll sleep on it tonight and hope to have a name when I
wake up in the morning. It's not fire-engine red. It's prettier
that that, I think.
Since I'm starving, I'm off to fix pizza for the family and hope the
evening is restfull for us. You too.

SLINKY

2011-03-03T22:36:00.003-05:00

I have a Slinky on my desk that I play with at times. I enjoy seeing it
roll down several steps. I enjoy watching our dog trying to figure out
what to do with it. Chase it? Run from it? Bark at it? My Slinky coils
up and then stretches if I pull it just right.
I wonder if I'm a Slinky. I roll down steps whenever my balance is
messed up. I coil up and hide. I stretch my short body at times in
an effort to limper up. Just don't push or pull too much because I
just might snap!!
My Slinky doesn't have a name. I am thinking about calling it Wire.
After all, that's all it is. Just wire. Wire and I are alot alike, we both
go HEY-WIRE! You know what? I'm going to put Wire away because
he is beginning to get on my nerves.

CARING-BRIDGE

2011-03-01T22:08:00.005-05:00

Caring-Bridge is a wonderfull way to keep informed about someone
who is sick and to express your thoughts to them in a note to them.
Right now my twin brother is being blessed by Caring-Bridge as
people from places far and near express themselves to Harold and
Trudy. I have tried to to say something to them during the days
of tough, tough times. Perhaps you have as well and for that I'm
am gratefull as are Harold and Trudy.
The sad thought is that we meet people face to face everyday who
need a caring-Bridge offered to them in their tough times. A word
or a smile can lift up their drooping spirits even though you might
not even be aware of what you just said or did for them. It is a
gift of grace. It is a gift of peace.
If you care about others, let them know in some small way that
you do. They will be blessed and so will you. I know I am.

THE CRATE

2011-03-01T09:47:00.006-05:00

After fixing eggs & toast for our daughter this morning, I took it on a tray to
her room. After awhile I wondered where her dog, Derby, was. When I was
able to get to her room, there he was up on her bed licking the plate clean.
Just as I was about to get after Derby, she told me she had finished cleaning
the plate already. She then took hold of her dog and put him in his crate. The
way she looked at me, I thought she was going to grab me and put me in mine!
I ran, well almost, as fast as I could and sat down to read the newspaper. That
was a close one if I say so myself, which I just did, didn't I.
Derby knows he is in big trouble whenever he ends up in the crate. He can't
get a free pass or pass go untill she tells him he can get out. After she left to
go to work, I came to the rescue and let him out to be free, free atlast. Now
we boys have to be on the watch because my daughter's mother didn't leave
the house. She is still her and she may be watching. Talk about being put in
a crate! "I'm in the crate-house now......" "Help! Help! Can you let me out of
here!!" It's nor great being in this crate!!!

"I'M BACK!"

2011-02-27T18:22:00.003-05:00

I'm back at Broadway serving communion at the early service. It was
nice to be back with some people who have become so very special to
me. Many of those there gave me a warm welcome back. That was
so nice of them to do. I told them they were missed as well by myself.
Following the first service, I attended the second service with my wife.
We were blessed with the songs, sermon and spirit which stirred our
souls.
This afternoon I had a nice nap, read two news papers and played
with Derby (dog) inside and outside. I am re-reading a book about
a pastor I heard when I was a child, Dr. Williaam Sangster. I was
with our family at Lake Junaluska. I never will forget how he was
such a powerfull preacher. All ministers can learn a great deal by
reading what he wrote or by hearing him preach. I have three of
his sermons on tape and listen to them whenever I can.
The Oscars are on tonight so I guess I'll watch them with my wife.
I like to hear what the winners have to say. It will be the same old,
same old stuff. But it is still fun.
I better get back to my lazy-boy before Derby gets it before I do.

WATCH IT!

2011-02-26T18:52:00.003-05:00

My wife and I went car shopping this afternoon and found out that
others had the same idea. The lot was full of cars & people. We
drove on off knowing we wouldn't deal today. Maybe Monday.
Everywhere we went, every place was full of people out and about.
The sun and warmer weather helped get people out of cabin
fever.
We went to Kroger where I watched people. An old man drove
into a handicap spot but it took him three tries to do it. Then
it took him almost 10 minutes to get in the store. Most likely he is
still in there after 2 hours. Poor man. Someone needs to take his
t-bird away.
UK won a game today and that made my day. I was born in
Lexington and root for UK all the time. I hope they can keep
it up. We shall see soon enough.
I hope to be back at Broadway for the early service Sunday.
It's has been since Christmas since I was there. My foot
seems stronger (not the smell) so here goes, one step at a
time.

The Pastor

2011-02-25T20:34:00.005-05:00

I spent some time at Barnes & Noble this morning before going to the
library to return some books. While I was at B&N, I bought a brand
new book by Eugene Peterson, The Pastor. Even thought I'm retired,
I thought this would be a great read.
Peterson shares some thoughts about his many years as a pastor in
the book. It has already brought back many memories of my ministry
as a pastor, the good, the bad a nd the ugly. I know I will be blessed
by reading this 400 page book again and again. Peterson is one of my
favorite writers. I have most of the books he has published and re-
read them often.
Peterson says that too many ministers are nor pastors at all. They
are preachers but not good at being a pastor to/for their people.
He also says that we pastors don't stay long enough in the communities
where we serve. We want bigger, better churches and more money.
I agree with what Peterson has to say. I'm ashamed to say that I
have wanted bigger and better churches and more money. I have
had all three across the years and wish I had stayed longer at some
of the churches I served rather than moving on. If I had it to do all
over again, I would want to stay longer and do much more than I
have in the past.
I thank God for calling me into the ministry many, many years ago.
I hope I was both a good preacher and a good pastor to the glory
of Almighty God.

SILLY STUFF

2011-02-24T20:21:00.004-05:00

After such a full day yesterday, my wife and I have been lazy all day today.
We didn't do much of anything because we needed naps and just to be slow
pokes. I'm proud of us. I didn't even go to Barnes & Noble. Maybe some
time Friday if I can while my wife goes somewhere else doing things.
I went over to see an older couple this morning and had a good visit with
them. We always seem to see who can out-do the other in telling things.
It is relaxing fun and fellowship every time I drop in on them. I told
that if they watched out their window they could see me walking on water
just like Jesus. They laughed and said they have seen a few Baptist do
walking on water. I told them that's why they immerse, they fall into the
deep end while we Methodist know where the rocks are. They made me
leave! (not really)
One friend called me on his way to Lowes and said he was going to get
some gopher wood for his boat with all this rain and wanted to know
if I needed some too. I thanked him for calling and said I already had
built my big boat. He hung up on me. (kidding)
Enough of this silly stuff, I've got to go check on my boat before the
rains come down harder. Anyone seen Noah?

GOOD NEWS - BAD NEWS

2011-02-23T21:29:00.005-05:00

I've got some good news and I've got some bad news. The good news is that
my wife and I never argued all day long while on an all day trip to Nashville
and back. The bad news is that we didn't talk to one another all day long. I'm
just kidding. We had a very good day all day long. Even she will agree with me,
I think. I'm almost sure.
The other good news is that my twin was moved to the first nursing home he
had planned on going to when he got of the hospital. It will be more of what
he needs and the family wanted. I'm not sure just when we will be able to go
see Harold, but sure hope it will be soon. Since Harold was my womb-mate
many, many years ago, I want to see him in his new room. But I don't want
to be his room-mate again. He snores too much and too loud.
My body tells me that bed-time is drawing near. Now that is really good
news! I won't forget to leave the porch light on just in case you drop by.
Turn it off though before you go to bed. Thank you and good night.

APPOINTMENTS

2011-02-22T15:38:00.004-05:00

Since my wife and I have three appointments in Nashville Wednesday,
were trying to relax some today to be ready for a long day tomorrow.
We have to be at the first appointment by 8:45 so we will have to be
up and at it good and early.
One of the things I like about a long day in Nashville is having so many
places to choose from when we eat. I like Cracker Barrel myself but I
am sure she will have something to say about where we end up going.
That's fine with me as long as I get fed before the trip back from the far
country to the promised land.
I take a book to read while I'm waiting for her to be through with her
appointments because I can read several pages if not the entire book
before she shows up. I also enjoy watching people pass by or simply
resting up before getting back behind the wheel to head home.
The weather looks like it will be nice for our all day out and about. I
am glad for that. I hate driving on snow and ice and in the rain so
sunshine do your thing and shine on, shine on because I've got places
to go, people to see and things to do before night time.

POSITIVE CHANGES

2011-02-21T14:23:00.004-05:00

This morning I escaped doing house work with/for my wife and went to my
hide-out, Barnes & Noble, where everybody knows your name, to read &
drink coffee. I even behaved by not having a muffin. I had a cookie instead.
I'm kidding. I didn't eat anything there at all. I enjoyed a quite morning of
kicking back and resting up.
Yesterday, I learned that a small country church I once pastored burned
down. I have many memories of serving Stone's View UMC for a year in
1968, 43 years ago. I served five churches at one time while attending
Kentucky Wesleyan College in Owensboro. Stone's View was one of the
five. My prayer is that God sustain them in their loss.
My twin brother is still in the hospital following a fall and a stroke. He is
showing slow improvement with a long, long way to go. My heart hurts
for Harold whenever I think of him. May God bless his family as they
cope with his condition.
There are things that I must attend too before the day is gone so, I'm
gone.

ON THE GO

2011-02-20T16:33:00.002-05:00

Since my wife didn't sleep well last night, she didn't go to church this
morning. I went and slept well through the sermon. Not reaaly, it
was a great service. I could use a nap now though but have to go
to a funeral home instead.
My daughter and I attened worship & then had a date at Steak &
Shake. We had a good time being together without anyone else.
(sorry mom) Afterward I went to Barnes & Noble to read and drink
coffee by myself. I'm home now watching ket about a 111 year old
woman who is a member of First UMC, Campbellsville where I
once was pastor. Lera Williams always kidded me about having
a birthday a few days before mine and dared me to catch up with
her. I declined. Still do.
Well, I have to go out again with my wife this time. It's a date
I'm glad to keep. (should make up for what I said earlier.)

SAT-DAY

2011-02-19T20:43:00.002-05:00

I had wanted to go to Barnes & Noble this morning but ended up getting
a hair cut instead. I had to wait for three boy's to get their hair cuts so
I just chilled in my chair and listened to conversations. It was a hoot.
All three were texting while they were waiting at one time or another.
Mom sat there with them ignoring them for the most part. I asked one
13 year old boy if he was going to get a shave too, he just looked at me
as if I were spaced out or something.
This afternoon was spent watching UK-SC basketeball and taking a
short snooze. I have to visit a funeral home Sunday afternoon for a
young man who died of a heart attack. His Grandfather was a dear
friend of mine. He died a couple of years back. It is so sad to see such
a young life gone so quickly and unexpectantly.
This next week is going to be busy for us with trips to Nashville and
possibilty Louisville as well as Somerset. I'm glad I can go as much
and as well as I do. I took it easy today knowing I can't afford to
over-do.
I'm tired tonight and heading to bed to read before going to sleep.

MEET TO EAT

2011-02-18T08:48:00.003-05:00

I'm driving for the first time in a long time to have breakfast with
a couple of buddies. I just hope they will buy my breakfast because
I had a birthday or because they will be so glad to see me. I'm
real hungry this morning if they are buying.
I'm in a hungry-hurry so I have to rush off before they call and
say they can't make it. Food, here I come!!

THE JOURNEY ISN'T FAIR

2011-02-17T12:09:00.003-05:00

There is a chapter in the book Hither & Yon by Becca Stevens that speaks to my
soul this morning. The chapter simply says that the journey isn't fair. We've all
said or thought that at one time or another, for one reason or another. Right
now my twin brother and his family are struggling with his stroke and fall a few
day's ago. Why this? Why Harold? Why both things? Why one step forward and
two steps back? And I ask, why not me instead of Harold?
I may be wrong, but I think if Harold could say something about all of this he
would say he is in the hands of the Almighty and the helping hands of family
and friends and that will be strengthened by this struggle and so should we.
Harold has come a long, long way on his journey to recover again and again.
He hasn't given up yet. So, why now? And us? What about us and our journey?
Why the journey isn't fair, it's the journey we're each on. Walk forward in faith
and keep going, climbing, searching, praying until our journey is over. For now,
keep looking forward and live in love for life because most of the journey is well
worth it all.
As you journey, keep the SON in your eye's even when the sun isn't shinning.
That's what I want to do and what my twin brother would want you to do.

WEDNESDAY WORDS

2011-02-16T19:24:00.003-05:00

I went to Kroger today with my wife to do some shopping. I had shaved right
before leaving, but when she met me at the car I had grown a beard. It was a
slow go. But I give her credit for getting the job done, When we arrived home,
I unloaded the car and the stocked the shelves while she rested. She must of
hid the M&M's though. Not to worry, Detective Preach will seek & find the lost
so I can save them from getting lost forever and ever. Amen.
I took a nice nap, read some outback on the deck and visited with a friend before
coming back inside. All in all, it's been a good day. I want to go to Barnes & Noble
next & read a real book before they all turn into Nooks or some of the other
electronic devices. Maybe I can there before the week is over if I'm a good boy.
Well, I'll give it a try.
My thoughts and prayers are for Harold moment by moment that he survies
a stroke and fall. I can't get him out of my mind since I love him like a brother.
I love all my brothers but don't tell them I said it.

Peace and prayers.

AS I SEE IT

2011-02-15T17:03:00.002-05:00

I've been doing light yard work (picking up sticks, etc) today as a
way of relaxing after my trip to Louisville yesterday. I've been
tired today and have even slipped in some sleep along the way.
Wednesday will be another busy day for us and I am trying to
milk this for all I can get.
I'm encouraged after seeing Harold (twin) yesterday. He was
in a good mood for the most part even though he was tired and
wondering what was going on. Time and prayers can bring him
better days if he keeps on improving.
Seeing my twin as he is reminds his twin that I need to take
better care of myself in every way. I need to drop some pounds
and I need to spend more time with my wife. I know I am going
to give it more attention if I can.
I plan to watch UK play basketball before much longer and I
hope to have a restfull night. That's it as I see it.

I SAW A MIRACLE TODAY

2011-02-14T21:34:00.003-05:00

I was astonished at the difference my twin showed today when I visited
him in the hospital. He smiled & laughed (though muted). He watched
my every move and that of my younger brother who was with me.
Harold has a long way to go, but if he does as he is now, he will be able
to defeat defeat once again.
His family is also astonishing in the way they are dealing with this very
difficult situration. Their faith and willingness to walk the 2nd mile is
so impressive to me.
I praise God that today I saw a miracle with my very own eyes as
I looked into eyes of my twin brother who is showing us to never,
never, give up.

TWINS

2011-02-12T21:20:00.004-05:00

Two of my three brother's sent me the very same Birthday card this
week. My brother in Louisville sent his to me first. My brother here
in Bowling Green sent the second card. The moment I saw the second
card I realized that they matched. They are twin cards to a twin. It
in pretty amazing that they did such a thing. It is also pretty amazing
that they both forgot to put money in with their cards. Maybe next
year they will remember, but I think it would be pretty amazing.

BIRTHDAY BASH

2011-02-12T07:43:00.004-05:00

Yesterday was a very good day as I celebrated my 67th Birthday. My wonderfull
wife and I went to Cracker Barrel for brunch before stopping at Barnes & Noble
for a couple of hours. Then last night she prepared a great meal and german
chocolate cake. My youngest brother joined the celebration where I reminded
him he has a Birthday the 19th. He changed the subject. Smart little cookie.
I need to rest today after such a busy day yesterday. Maybe my age is catching
up on me, right brother Ken?
My foot still hurts some after getting the cast off a few day's ago. I have to
walk with caution so that I won't re-injure it again. It feels so good having
the cast off after six weeks! I drove yesterday for the first time in awhile and
my wife told me I need to take it easy. I heard her and did better. Thank you,
Ms. Dasiy.
I was ready fo bed last night after such a great day. I didn't sleep very well
though. Must be old age creeping up, right brother Ken?

CAST ASIDE

2011-02-09T21:56:00.003-05:00

I got the cast off my foot today and feel free after six weeks with it on. I must be
carefull not to re-hurt it. Dr. Fee told me to take it easy. I see him again in about
a month. It started snowing while we were in his office. I measured 3 inches in
our drive about 7:00 tonight. It's pretty but I'm ready for the warmer weather
they say is coming.
I am amazed at how many people have one problem or another. Some are small
& some are large. Some are self-inflicted and some are otherwise. It reminds me
to thank the Lord for how blessed I am. I don't have anything to complain about,
even after breaking my foot. "Count your many blessings, name them one by
one..." I can't count that high.
What will be next in my life? Getting back to regular things (church, Barnes &
noble, etc), I want to see my twin again asp. I want to have a date with my wife
to thank her for all she has done during the last six weeks. I want to celebrate
my birthday Friday as my twin gets another year older.
Thanks for your thoughts & prayers for me. I will pray for you.

A REAL STINKER

2011-02-08T17:52:00.003-05:00

I get the cast off Wednesday morning after wearing it for six weeks. My dear
wife told me that it really smells, especially at night in bed. I'm so sorry to
be such a stinker to anyone around me. I promise to take a bath before next
Sunday. I can hardly stand the smell myself.
I will be able to drive when he cast is off. I can go to Barnes and Noble again
because I've missed being there drinking coffee and reading. I can go out
with a couple of friends for breakfast again. I can go get the mail/newspaper
again. Hey! Why am I so happy? Someone else has done all these things for
me for six weeks and I want them to stop. Not! Ouch!! I just broke my left
foot! Call 911 and tell them to go get me some coffee, please.

EARLY MORNING WAKE-UP CALLS

2011-02-06T12:33:00.005-05:00

My son called home early Sunday morning to see how we're doing during
this tragic time. My twin and I will turn 67 years old next Friday and I'm
wondering if he will be here. Right now he is on a hospital bed in ICU in
critical condition.
Eveytime I think of Harold and his being in such sad shape, it's like taking
a can opener to my heart. So many memories flow forth. So much pain
flows forth. It hurts so much I can hardly take it. But there are two
things that happened just this morning that give me in-peace.
When I turned to Facebook, I saw where our daughter had posted a
song of hope, "Through It All." The 23rd Psalm speaks of walking
through the valley and knowing God is with us. I needed those words
of hope and healing.
The phone rang early today and it was our son wanting to see how we
are doing. When he was about to hang up he said, "I love you Dad."
That's all this old man needed! I told him how much I love him too.
My own daughter and son wrapped their arms around this heart of
mine that's hurting and gave me what I needed, themselves.
This will be a tough week for our family as we deal with life and death
issues. With God's help, we will make it. Harold will make it too.

FAMILY

2011-02-05T23:28:00.002-05:00

Today was a family day for the Coomer family. I'm amazed at the gathering
of our family to be with my twin in ICU following a fall. Harold didn't show
any signs of knowing we were even there. It was so sad to see him and to
see how his family is suffering this tragic thing that has happened.
While we were sad, we were still able to show happiness in being together.
We dodn't get together as much as we used to do. Today reminded us of
just how very much we need more family gatherings. I'm so proud of how
our family bonds in the worst of times.
We are back in Bowling Green worn out but knowing we were where we
needed to be today. I'm sure we will be back in Louisville soon as family
because that is what we want to do.

"NOW I LAY ME DOWN TO SLEEP..."

2011-02-03T21:43:00.003-05:00

"Now I lay me down to sleep....." Words we've all prayed at one time or another,
for one reason or another. While it's a child's prayer, we're all children of God, so
I pray those words often as I'm about to go to sleep.
Tonight, I will pray those words along with so many others as I think about my
twin brother who is sleeping following a serious fall. Our hope is that he will
awaken soon from his slumber, if not here and now, he will be in the arms of
Father God. It seems as if every thought I think is about Harold and his dear
family. While we're not with them physically, we are spiritually.
Tonight I will pray as I lay my head on my pillow. I will pray for so many
things and for so many people, even you.

CURLING UP

2011-02-01T12:36:00.003-05:00

I goofted when I got my cast wet in the shower yesterday. I used a hair dryer to dry
it off and my toes curled up. I get out of this thing next week and I hope I can get back
to being normal. Sorry about that. I will try the new normal.
This has been hard for my family. They have had to drive me places and put up with
my lack of patience when I've wanted things right now. They ignore me from time to
time but for the most part, they are good to me. I have an idea that I'll have to make
up for it when I can caste the cast aside. We shall see soon enough, I'm sure.
I wish to thank everyone for their prayers and thoughts.
Speaking of curling up, I think I'llgo curl up on he couch and finish reading a good
book.

DRIVING ME CRAZY

2011-01-28T13:59:00.005-05:00

Most everytime I work at this desk, there is a cute cocker spaniel at my
feet. He is on an old blue banket and soundly sleeping. But if I make one
move, he is up and at it. I'm amazed at how he is always right under my
feet, so to speak. It's good to know I have one faithfull friend at my age.
Since I soon will get the cast off my broken foot, I'm starting to think of
where I want to go and what I want to do. While my wife has been very
good at driving me places, it's driving me crazy. (hold off on the thought
you just thought because I know how you think - so does God) Six full
weeks of not driving has allowed me to think of just how much I take
things for granted. I'm indeed thankfull for having someone to drive
me when I can't drive. She just doesn't like my words of wisdom when
I say something about her driving. I'm trying to be mum but it isn't
ever easy for me.
Well, it's time for me and my shadow to get up and go take a nap
while the getting is good. So good-night - don't forget to leave the
front porch light on - oh, it's only 1:12pm - who cares, come on
Derby.

OUT & ABOUT

2011-01-27T18:09:00.002-05:00

I've been out & about thia afternoon. My wife took me to Wendy's and to
Barnes & Noble. I started reading a new James Patterson book while I
was eating a walnut muffin and drinking coffee. I even saw a couple of
people I know before leaving to head home. We did stop to get the car
washed since it was so dirty even though we know rain and snow are
heading our way again soon.
I'm tired and ready for my nap since I was out & about for such a long
time. So, I heading to bed right now.

CABIN FEVER

2011-01-27T09:08:00.003-05:00

I have a bad case of cabin fever. A pill and rest won't releave the fever either.
Leaving might cure the cabin fever I need. Maybe a trip to Barnes & Nobel
will work. I need to get out of here so I can see what's out there in the world.
I can only take so much of being inside so much. If my taxi driver is up to
it, maybe, just maybe, I can catch a taxi today.
I get the cast off of my foot in two weeks and have high hopes and great
expectations of getting back into the grove of things. Most of all, I've
missed the 8:15 service each Sunday and going to Barnes & Noble to
read & relax.
Speaking of cabin fever, I'm thankfull for having a great cabin and such
great companions to keep company with. But I have an idea that they
too might have a case of cabin fever.

WHAT I'M READING

2011-01-23T16:41:00.004-05:00

While I'm watching football on tv, I'm also reading a new book by
William Kent Krueger, Vermilion Drift. 95 pages into it, I'm sure
he will become a writer I will want to read in the future. He has
several books that I'm sure I can read for free from the Library
or buy at a used book bookstore. I may change my mind before
I finish this first book of his I've read, but I doubt it.
I'm waiting for a couple of new books to come out by a couple of
my favorite writers. Maybe someone will come out with one soon.
I keep watching out for them from time to time so that I don't
miss them.
I used to hate to read but now I read two or three books at the
same time when I'm at Barnes & Noble or at home. I even re-
read several just to refresh myself knowing that I'll be blessed
again and again.
One of the things I like doing is to read some Scriptures with a
pencil in my hand to make notes or leave marks for the future
when I'm re-reading a text. At times I have to put other books
aside so that I can read the Word of God first.

I'M BACK!!

2011-01-22T13:16:00.002-05:00

I must confess that I haven't been blogging because I couldn't remember my password.
My age is creeping up on me, I guess. But I'm not as old as my older brother! He is so
hard to catch at my age. This too shall pass.
I have enjoyed looked out our office window at the snow falling. I put on some soft
music & watch the silence of the snow. I have had to have others go get my mail and
newspapers for me for the most part. I have driven the car out a time or two to get
it rather than waiting. I go go slow in the snow and watch what I'm doing. Thus fare
I've only hit two trees. Kidding.
Well, that's the news from Lake Lookout. Take care & stay inside all you can.

A CLOSE SHAVE

2011-01-02T16:37:00.004-05:00

I started growing a moustache last week since I'm home-bound for
a few days. When I looked at the man in the mirror I thought of
another man.
Several years ago when I was [astor of a small country church, I
started growing a moustache. On Sunday morning I was met by
a member of the church coming into attend Sunday School. When
he saw my moustache he told me that he wouldn't stay to hear
me preach because he didn't think a pastor should have one.
While he was in Sunday School, I went next door to our house
and shaved my moustahe off and went back to church. When
he came out of the classroom I said something to him and went
to the pulpit area as the service started. Rather than walking
on out and going home, the man joined the choir and attended
the service. After it was over he asked me why I had shaved
my moustahe off, I told him I didn't want to be a stumbling
block for him or anyone else. He smiled and shook my hand
and left before I could tell him the rest of the story. My dear
wife had already informed me that she didn't like it. So, I
shaved because of her more than him.
I also shaved this one off for her. Besides, when you got it
you've got it.

DREAM HOUSE 2011

2011-01-01T21:21:00.003-05:00

I'm watching Dream Home 2011 on HGTV with my wife. Wow!! What
a wonderfull house. I could learn to live there except for getting in and
out of it without it without falling down. I would slip and slid down the
very first step I'd take there.
Besides, we already live in our dream house in 2011. At times it is a
nighmare but most of the time it is great. The nightmares come when
we have to update things. We've already done a great many things to
make the house what we want and need it to be. We thank God for
having this house to live in.
If we win the Dream House 2011, we will sell it and update this house.
Now that's dreaming.

HAPPY NEW YEAR

2010-12-31T21:44:00.002-05:00

Well, I've gone and done it again. I watched UK defeat UL, took a nap, read a new
book and ate too much Poppa John Pizza today. I hope I sleep tonight. Last night
was not a good night for me. I tossed and turned all night & slept when I could on
a couch. I woke up at 5:00 a.m. and never did fall back asleep. Maybe I've worn
myself out enough to sleep tonight.
Happy New Year! My twin turns 67 in 2011. Poor fellow.

GROUCH IS ON THE COUCH

2010-12-31T06:49:00.004-05:00

I didn't sleep very well last night. I ended up on our couch where I did
sleep some. I was up at 5:00 to start yet another day. It might be too
much coffee or it could be the UK-UL basketball game that I want to
watch at 11:00 our time. Anyway, I didn't sleep at all last night, almost.
Just call me Grouch on the couch. I'm on the lazy-boy right now with
my broken foot held high on a pillow, Maybe I can sneak in some sleep
by listening to one of my old sermons. Here's one: HE WHO LOAF SHALL
HAVE NO BREAD. Snoring.................................

IN THE RED

2010-12-29T14:22:00.002-05:00

I'm in the red at the end of 2010. I have on a RED CAST for the next six weeks.
I'm BIG BLUE since being born in Lexington but Western University is RED
HILLTOPPERS. I'll wear RED this time to honor their colors.
I had my wife stop on our way home and buy a book for me at Barnes & Noble.
I had been reading it there but doubt I will be back very soon to finish reading
it. It's by David Baldacci & entitled, HELL'S CORNER. While we live on one
but it's not Hell's Corner. Although we're going through some pretty touch
times right now. Thank the Lord for blessing us with HEAVENLY blessings.
For now I have to take things easy and ask the good Lord to give my wife
an extra dose of patience with taking care of me. Can I get an AMEN?
I'm tired, so I'm stopping here and heading to bed to rest.

BIG BROTHER IS WATCHING

2010-12-28T21:14:00.003-05:00

Big Brother is watching. I know from personal experience. While I was taking a
nap today, my Big Brother called to see how I'm doing. I broke my right foot a
few days ago and he wanted to see how I'm doing. What a kind Big Brother. He
is one of a kind.
My Big Brother calls others often to see how they are doing and to see how he
can help them. He has always been a Big Brother for the three of us younger
brothers. He goes the second mile to offer assistance. Years ago he and his
wife drove many miles in the snow to help two of us when we were in a wreck.
We have never forgotten that time when Big Brother was watching. He is one
of a kind.
Big Brother helps family and friends in so many ways while he himself could
do other things for himself. He never ask for anything for doing what he does.
He simply wants to watch out for the other guy. He is indeed one of a kind.
So, thanks Big Brother for watching out for someone so silly that he breaks
bones about as often as he goes to Barnes & Noble. You are one of a kind and
I want to thank you from the bottom of my broken foot to the top of my
big head. Thanks Ken.

CRACKING UP!

2010-12-28T08:21:00.003-05:00

I was wondering this morning if Barnes & Noble has a book-mobile. Sure there is
The Nook, but I don't have one. I like holding the real thing when I'm reading a
book. I will have to hire someone to buy a book for me (I will pay for it) since it
might be awhile before Barnes & Noble will see me again.
Here are three books I might read: YOU'RE CRACKED UP!, OUCH THE GROUCH
ON THE COUCH, HERE I STAND. Best sellers I'm sure.
I do have books here at home to re-read rather than having to have another new
book. I am amazed at how many books I've re-read through out the years. They
are books that I always have to have. They inspire and inform me in so many ways.
I also like the comics since I am one some say. Funny thing is, I agree.

NOT AGAIN!

2010-12-27T19:12:00.003-05:00

An X-ray today shows a broken right foot again. It's a new break rather
than in the same place as last time. I'll be put in a cast again as well so I'll
be unable to do much of anything. I'm thankfull I'll be able to do anything
at all.
I will be unable to serve Commuinion or lead a Bible study as I had planned
to do starting Sunday. I guess I'll be served instead of serving this time. It
might mean I can't washes dishes, drive Ms Daisey or even take out the
garbage. What will I do? I'll read & relax and give God the glory. I just hope
I heal quicker than last time so I can give the cast the boot!

WHAT A WEAK

2010-12-26T18:36:00.003-05:00

I backslid today by watching First Baptist Church on tv since I didn't attend
Broadway UMC. I heard a good sermon and was blessed by taking time to
watch the service. My wife and daughter attended Broadway and brought
me my lunch from a resturant. They told me I was missed by some of the
flock.
I'm "on call" this week to visit the sick for my church. I think I'll need to
be put "on hold" and let someone take my place and come and see me.
I may have to even hold off on assisting at the 8:15 service for a few
weeks. I sure will miss being a minister doing whatever I can to serve
others.
I have enjoyed today as best I can by simply taking it easy for once.
I've even obeyed orders not to do dishes or shovel snow. What a
change. I'm weak this week.

HERE WE GO AGAIN

2010-12-26T11:26:00.003-05:00

Well, I did it again! Yesterday while I was helping clean off the dinning room table,
I re-hurt the foot I fractured two years ago. I had to wear a boot, a cast and one
more boot for a long time. I sure hope this time I can skip (pun) all of that. I hope
to get an x-ray Monday to see what is what. In the meantime I'm walking with a
walker and staying off the foot as much as possible. I didn't even go to church this
morning since there is snow on the ground.
We've had a wonderfull Christmas except for the foot stuff. I'm going to sleep and
watch football this afternoon since I'm stuck in the snow. I'm also hurting, so back
to bed or the lazy-preacher place.
Warning: don't go and do something silly like I did.

MERRY CHRISTMAS

2010-12-25T08:52:00.003-05:00

Our family went to the 6:00 p.Candlelight Christmas-Eve service at Broadway
last night. There were more people there than I had anticipated being there. The
service was wonderfull. The message and music was very moving. The 4:00
service was well attended as well.
When we left our house to head to Broadway, snow was falling. By the time the
service was over, we had snow covering everything, everywhere. We scraped
snow off the car and headed home being follwed by my brother in his snow-
mobile. When were all in we fixed fondue and ate while sharing stories of some
of the celebrations of Christmas from childhood. Wayne remembered things
that I couldn't. I think he dreams it or makes it up. Not really, I think he does
remember most things quite well. Maybe too well!
I went out early this morning and removed snow off Wayne's snow-mobile. I
hope I have a newspaper out at the mailbox but I'm not going to I need to
sneak a peak under the Christmas tree and see if Santa showed up while I
was snoring, I mean sleeping.
Have a wonderfull Christmas day and celebrate the reason for the season.
Merry Christnas from our house to your house.

A BUSY DAY

2010-12-23T17:55:00.003-05:00

I've spent all afternoon with an elderly man at his house while his wife undergoes
test after falling today. We still haven't heard how she doing. I know she will be
very sore for a few days. I feel so sorry for the two of them. I took Derby to see
him when I took him his mail and paper. They were glad to see one another.
We had to have our septic tank drained this morning since it was giving us some
trouble. Just glad we got that job behind us. (no pun)
We have company coming this afternoon and tonight so we're cleaning house
and getting ready for them. We love it when our son shows up at home. He
can't stay very long due to having to get back to work tomorrow.
We plan to attend a Christmas Eve service at church with high hopes of
some snow tomorrow as well.
Merry Chrismas to you.

MARK TWAIN & ME

2010-12-17T23:00:00.006-05:00

I had coffee with Mark Twain at Starbuck Cafe today. He was dressed in a
white suit and sat at a near by table to me. He had long white hair and a
mustach. Even though Starbuck Cafe is a no smoke zone, Twain puffed
away at his cigcar as he blew smoke wings into the air.
There were many more writers across from my chair as I drank my
coffee. They all have been drawn by someone with great talent. It
is interesting that six of these famous writers smoked in a public
place. I wondered what they though as they looked down at all
of us. No telling what.
I did talk with one couple who live near to our house and to a woman
I hadn't seen for a number of years. It was good to have time to
simply take it easy when everyone else seemed so busy. Mark Twain
& I took our time just taking things easy.

LIGHT A CANDLE

2010-12-16T09:43:00.005-05:00

I love the look and smell of candles at Christmas. I have a small one lit before me
on the computer desk even as I write this blog. What I don't like are candles lit
and left in a room unattended. I heard on tv this morning that the number one
reasons for fires in homes are lit candles left unattended. That's so sad, but so
true.
One of my favorite songs of Christmas is about lit candles. The words were
written by my wife several years ago. It goes like this: "Light a candle, light
a candle, and tell the world Jesus Christ is born today, Jesus Christ is born
today." So, during Advent and Chrismas, light a candle and tell the world
Jesus Christ is born.
Don't leave the candle lit and unattended. Instead, let your little light shine
so others can see Jesus through you. Light a candle. "It only takes a spark
to get a fire going."

CLEATS & CHURCH

2010-12-12T20:32:00.003-05:00

I wore cleats to church this morning to stay safe walking into/out of worship. It
snowed while we worshipped and the cars were covere with the white stuff. But
it's the black stuff beneath the white stuff that I don't like, ice! Since breaking
some ribs on the ice a few years ago, I try to stay up when waling.
After attending worship, we went out to eat at the Mall. I didn't even go to
Barnes and Noble today. Instead, I came home and watched the snow and
football before taking a nap. I'll get to B & N before the week is over and get
caught up on some reading.
I will wear my cleats Monday morning to go get the newspaper unless it's
not in the box by the street. They made need cleats on the tires to deliver
papers from place to place.

COLDER ON THE OLDER

2010-12-10T07:46:00.004-05:00

I need to get my long john's out and on from the way things
look this weekend. I hope I don't need my snow shovel or
sled though. I like warmer weather better than cold weather
since the cold slows me down so much. What I really need is a
trip to where it's warmer this time of the year but since I
can't go there, I'll stay snug as a bug in a rug with coffee
in my mug.
As I get older, it seems to get colder, righ Kenneth? My older
brother should know since he gets up before I do, although
not by much. And his coffee is waiting for him too when he
rises to shine for another day. The best way to start the day
is stay in bed and snooze.

A CHARGE TO KEEP I HAVE

2010-12-09T09:02:00.004-05:00

I attended Charge Conference last night at Broadway and gave
my retired pastor report. I sat beside a retired pastor who had
lots to do with my entering the ministry. He told me started his
ministry the year before I was born in 1944. Doug Mosely comes
out of Broadway because he lived near the old church on Broadway.
He was a teacher at Lindsey Wilson College when I was there. So
being seated by Dr. Mosley last night was a real honor.
I am giving up some of my ministries at Broadway at the end of
this year due to having difficulty walking the halls of the hospitals.
I'm also giving up my monthly devotions at the retirement village.
If I am called to visit or speak I will do whatever possible to the
glory of God. I will continue assisting with Communion at the
8:15 service each Sunday and assisting with serving Communion
at the 9:3o service from time to time.

CHANGING PLACES

2010-12-05T15:29:00.005-05:00

I'm in shock while writing this blog on a Sunday afternoon. While
I'm here at home in my study, my wife is at Barnes & Noble!! It's
my Sunday afternoon space to read while sipping some coffee. I'm
sipping coffee at my desk while listening to Christmas music and
suffering the internet instead of being at B & N. I'm sure she just
needed to do what I do sometime by being in slow-motion on a
Sunday afternoon. Changing places is a good thing at times.
Wednesday night is Charge Conference at Broadway and I have
to hand in a report of what I've been doing during the year. I've
preached 12 times, spoke to the Stephen Minister's once, led a
growth group for several weeks, visited rest homes and hospitals
monthly and helped with Communion every Sunday at the 8:15
service as I assist our senior pastor. My wife and I also attend
the 9:30 contemporary service and serve Communion three
or four times per year. I'm "on call" every month for hospital
calls as my way of taking some of the load off other staff members
who have other things to be doing, I wish I were able to do even
more than I do.
Since I'm sleepy and it is three, it's nap time before somone
wonders where I am and wants me to do something for them.
Excuse me, I have some undercover work to do.

"MAKE MY DAY"

2010-12-04T20:49:00.003-05:00

While I was at Barnes & Noble this morning drinking coffee
and reading a book I saw something that made my day. Two
women were at a table near by talking when suddenly one of
them stood up and wrapped her arms around another woman
who had approached them. They all three had tears falling
No doubt it would make my day! So, who do you want to see
soon? Maybe you could make their day by showing up out of
the blue. Then it wouldn't be a blue Christmas for them and
yourself. Make my day by doing something about what you
have just read.