I recently came across a touching video on Youtube. It demonstrates the power of music. The main character is an older man who has resided in a nursing home for 18 years. For the most part, he does not speak or communicate with others. Things changed dramatically when music was introduced. Not just any music. … [Read more…]
A week ago, my family was busy preparing for the Cowboy B Show. We were all at the Lufkin Civic Center for the final rehearsals and sound checks. Everyone was busy doing what they do best. The sound guy was working hard fixing this connection, adjusting that microphone, making notes of who was singing on … [Read more…]
During this election year, the media likes to talk a lot about the American dream. Which candidate will ensure that all American citizens can have the American dream? Why is it that so many Americans have seen the American dream slip through their fingers? It’s a pretty broad generalization to say there is a specific … [Read more…]
I have several friends and family that are either expecting a baby or just had one. I’m grieved every time I hear of a young mother that wants to nurse her baby but in the end, her confidence is crushed and she resorts to giving a bottle. I thought I would share what I have … [Read more…]
The Olympics are here. I have always been fascinated with the Olympics. It is amazing what all those people from all over the world can train their bodies to do. On thing I’ve always wondered is how each sport chooses the type of clothing they will wear. Why, for instance, does the men’s volleyball team … [Read more…]
When people hear that you’re homeschooling, there are questions that immediately pop into their head. These questions are pretty much the same across the board. For example: Is it legal? What about Socialization? What about the prom? Well….What about the prom? There are several reasons we home school. One of them being to protect our … [Read more…]
You may remember this song — LET’S GO TO THE MOVIES. It comes from the movie ANNIE. It’s such an upbeat song that you want to just pack up the family and head out for an evening at the movies. For years, the movies have been a great place to take a date, entertain the … [Read more…]
The rich young ruler asked Jesus what he needed to do to receive eternal life (Mark 10). He had been a good Jew. He had kept the commandments. He had done everything he knew to do. So how did Jesus answer his question? He told the young man to sell everything he had, give it … [Read more…]
Thanks to Oprah, I had the privilege of listening to Al Gore present his opinions on global warming. I don’t want to discuss the pros and cons of his opinions. What I found interesting was that Oprah compared him to Noah. It was interesting to see his reaction. He looked a little shocked and wouldn’t … [Read more…]
I hear it all the time. Everyone thinks they know what the most important thing is. The most important thing is to get a good education. The most important thing is to learn to read. The most important thing is to be kind to others. The most important thing is to be financially successful. The … [Read more…]
