On The Mountain Top

On The Mountain Top

The mist is tucked in around the mountains like a soft blanket. The day is already rich with color, deep blues and greens of varying shades, with the bright pinewood octagonal chapel in the foreground. It’s only 6:30 AM. These few minutes of quiet I enjoy with my...
Sing for Joy

Sing for Joy

Because of an overly broad application of the word “joy,” I am sometimes hesitant to claim a sense of true joy. I can certainly be very happy at times, but I can also be very sad, even depressed. It’s a mental battle for me to hold onto joy and peace when life is...