Miscellaneous

The year 2018 was a difficult year for my family and me. It started with my diagnosis of bladder cancer, then surgery to remove my bladder and create a new one from a section of my bowel. Throughout the spring and summer, I was in and out of the hospital for various reasons including negative…

According to Cortney S. Warren, PhD., “… kissing is part of maintaining a bonded and attached romantic connection in most long-term relationships. … kissing frequency is also associated with increased general relationship satisfaction with their mate. … [it] also plays a larger role in spotlighting the emotional connection between partners.” theknot.com​According to Dr. Warren and other…

My grandfather Earl Cazier from Afton, Wyoming, was a respected dairy farmer, WWI veteran, father of eight children (two boys and six girls). His children all learned how to work, be respectful, responsible, honorable, and dependable. They learned to love one another, play together, and work together. They loved their parents and knew that their…

About twelve years ago, Anne and I were visiting some of our family who were living in Stuttgart, Germany. One of the added benefits of our visit was we were able to spend time with our oldest grandson, Calvert, before he boarded a plane and flew to Johannesburg, South Africa for a two-year mission assignment…

Have you ever wondered if miracles still happen? Well, I can’t speak for you, but I can tell you that Anne and I experienced a miracle that we very much appreciated. It revived my trust in the honesty and goodness of people. In fact, I know that the woman responsible for this miracle could have…

Encouraging a lifelong love of learning in children is one of the most valuable gifts a parent can give. In today’s fast-paced world, nurturing curiosity and a thirst for knowledge can set the foundation for a child’s success and happiness. By creating an environment that values education and intellectual growth, you can inspire your child…

It was the middle of February, and the weather was not conducive for walking outside. I went to a nearby indoor track and planned on walking for an hour to an hour and a half, depending on how I felt when I finished the first hour.I arrived at the gym excited and ready to get…