Monthly Archives: January 2008
What Do I Know?
Preparing to write another post in my series on mathematics, words neatly underlined in pencil arrested my thoughts. These words meant enough for me to highlight years ago, but they have more application today in the midst of my unofficial … Continue reading
Giveaway- Amazing Grace DVD
Bloggy Giveaways Carnival: Winter ’08 Edition is happening this week! I am joining the fun by giving you the opportunity to win my favorite movie, Amazing Grace. For your chance to win a like-new, widescreen version of this inspirational DVD, … Continue reading
There Were Four in the Bed
The past two days I’ve felt like chanting, “Roll over, roll over.” Four miserable, sick individuals are sprawled on every square inch of my bed. I’ve reminded my precious children that they each have their own bed, but something about … Continue reading
If Wishes Were Horses…
Rain tagged me to write five wishes for things I want, but don’t need and five wishes of a spiritual nature. I think I can do this one properly, but we shall see. The first thing that comes into my … Continue reading
Dominion- Why Study Math Reason 2
Webster’s 1828 Dictionary defines arithmetic: The science of numbers, or the art of computation. The various operations of arithmetic are performed by addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. These operations are necessary to care for property. Every week, I gather payments … Continue reading
Strength in Weakness
My weary mind reminds me of the cold days yet to come and distracts me from my list of chores. It is easier to do nothing than face the dishevelled garage, or the pile of mending. I feel like the … Continue reading
Who to Vote For
In the days when election sermons were commonplace, Samuel Willard encouraged his Puritan flock with a message entitled, “The Character of a Good Ruler.” Three hundred years later, these qualities are still relevant. A good leader: Is truthful Knows what … Continue reading