Category Archives: Spiritual Contemplation

Among the Shadows of Old Boulders

Posted on March 15, 2018 by Doc Arnett

It is not often the easy view of others that gives us a true understanding of the loads they carry. It takes more than accidental knowing, something more like caring. Continue reading →

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The Humility of Desperation

Posted on March 14, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Perhaps you have a sense today of someone in greater need of prayer than you expected. Well, if that’s the case and no one else comes to mind: I’m your huckleberry! 🙂
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Long Ride after a Long Week

Posted on March 12, 2018 by Doc Arnett

It might not be for everyone, but a long bike ride after a long week of tragedy and stress was just the “rest” I needed. Continue reading →

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Beyond Fire and Pain

Posted on March 9, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Even when I cannot fathom the present moment, I will trust the coming hours to him who holds all things. Continue reading →

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Living in the Fire Zone

Posted on March 8, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Living in a place where the level of fire danger rating includes the word “Catastrophic” requires a different mindset. Continue reading →

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Of Sparks and Embers and Raging Winds

Posted on March 7, 2018 by Doc Arnett

A burnt yard, scorched deck and losing a few sections of fence is nothing compared to having your home burned to the ground. Continue reading →

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Beauty and the Beast

Posted on March 6, 2018 by Doc Arnett

If your kidneys need a good jolting, I recommend a bike road across 322nd Road, west of US-77. Rough riding aside, it’s still nice farm country. Continue reading →

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Scalped Scones

Posted on March 5, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Some mistakes are still edible and deciding whether to throw away homemade scones is a tough call! Continue reading →

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Rising in the Mist

Posted on March 2, 2018 by Doc Arnett

… all the reasons for hope are shackled in the seed… until the needs of planting and harvest… Continue reading →

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Disappointment Still Stinks

Posted on March 1, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Hanging around it for over sixty years hasn’t made me like it any better, but I have got a little better at dealing with it… Continue reading →

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