Predator!

Photo and Commentary ©2024 by Maylan Schurch Friday, April 19, 2024 This past Thursday was a blue-sky day, with lots of clouds. As Shelley and I took our walk, I did something I hadn’t done in literally decades—I tried to find recognizable images in the clouds. This...

Looking Up

Photo and Commentary ©2024 by Russell Jurgensen Thursday, April 18, 2024 To get this image of camellia flowers the camera had to face nearly straight up. At this time in April, we are already getting a lot of flowers. Judging by the buds on other plants, a lot more...

We Need More Peace

Photo and Commentary ©2024 by Darren Milam Wednesday, April 17, 2024 Our family received some news of a friend passing away last week. It’s not the news you ever want to hear. We also know, unfortunately, that is part of living in a sinful world. Of course, dwelling...

Phoebe, Eastern II

Photo and Commentary ©2024 by Robert Howson Tuesday, April 16, 2024 It’s not a particularly elegant bird, patterned in shades of gray and white, but that doesn’t keep it from being a favorite of those who enjoy the company of birds. Perhaps that’s because of its...

You Shall Not Steal

Photo and Commentary ©2024 by Cheryl Boardman Monday, April 15, 2024 Do you remember learning the Ten Commandments as a kid (if you grew up in church)? “You shall not steal” is pretty straightforward! If something is not yours and nobody gave you permission to use it...

Isn’t It?

“Sad, isn’t it,” she called out to us as she strode by, making it more a pronouncement than a question. I stared after her as she and two companions continued their brisk walk down our neighborhood trail. Sad? What did this stranger see as sad? And sad enough to call...