Author: ourCOG

You Just Never Know

You Just Never Know

This past weekend my wife and I went for a stroll through a very old cemetery in Alton, Illinois. I used to spend hours upon hours in that graveyard, walking and reading the headstones and monuments, back from the age of eleven until I was about 14. Th... »

More St. Patty’s Day Pics

More St. Patty’s Day Pics

1st - Kate, Emily, & Megan at the movie2nd - Kate & Megan with lemon smiles at Steak 'n' Shake3rd - Me & Brandi in the car4th - V, Me, & B at St. Patty's Day Bash »

Heroes…

I was talking with a friend this morning--and I asked, "Who are your heroes in life?" I was disheartened to hear that my friend really has no "heroes." I'm more than happy to share some of mine.Most of my heroes in life are teachers/professors and peop... »

Are you a Barbarian?

Are you a Barbarian?

I have just finished reading Erwin McManus' book, The Barbarian Way. If you have not read this book, you need to stop reading and go buy this book and digest every word that is written! He has put into words the way that I have been feeling for the las... »