The Benefit of Disagreement

A while back I came across a saying on Facebook. It said, “Listen to understand, not to respond.” This should go without saying. How can we respond adequately if we do not comprehend? However, we live in a world where we are quick to speak, slow to hear,...

A Walk on the Beach

Nothing comes closer to the feeling of hitting a reset button than a long walk on the beach. It clears my mind and allows me to relax, to think, and to reflect on life. I love the beach for many reasons but, chiefly, it is an immediate reminder that what I think I...

The Creek Is Rising

If you’ve been around long enough, the phrase “The Creek is rising” isn’t foreign to you. For those of you who don’t know, this is a saying found around Campbell University (located in Buies CREEK) which means “we’re...

Thank You Again, Church!

Greetings, folks! I want to say thank you again, church for giving me a writing sabbatical for the month of July. What a gracious gesture that was towards me and my family. I appreciate your love and support during this academic season, and the encouragement you give...
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