Category Archives: Ponderings

Comparisons of Change

Posted on 2014/05/13 by JimR, Chaplain

There are always going to be changes. Some we know not of, presenting themselves as surprises. Some come as a planned endeavor. Some may even come as a dream come true. Who knows? I can likely present several different kinds … Continue reading →

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Christianity vs Religion & Other Thoughts

Posted on 2014/04/23 by JimR, Chaplain

To preface what I say I have to give some background of myself. When I was 27, I decided to commit myself to the pursuance of ministry. I went to school eventually in my early 30’s and concluded with a … Continue reading →

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Cold Wind

Posted on 2014/03/30 by JimR, Chaplain

The cold winds begin to blow The days are now numbered. But the last one only God knows When death brings one to slumber.   The cloudy skies hang so low. Soon a body will no longer be encumbered. Out of … Continue reading →

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Depression’s End

Posted on 2014/03/06 by JimR, Chaplain

Tho’ the cold winds blow harshly in my mind My heart still feels the bright sunshine. Warming my heart with every piercing ray Bringing to mind there is a coming better day. Today’s clouds hang low and so dark Nothing … Continue reading →

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Wha’ Happened?

Posted on 2014/02/17 by JimR, Chaplain

What makes me feel this way? I’m sure I’m not the only person who experiences it. Imminent change at hand. Is it something that I’m setting myself for or is it a premonition of something impending that I have no … Continue reading →

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Spirit and Soul

Posted on 2014/01/06 by JimR, Chaplain

Have you ever felt your heart has a lot to say, but your head kept getting in the way? My heart is so full of something to express, but sitting down to pull it out into written form is nearly … Continue reading →

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Enter Here: Retirement

Posted on 2013/12/29 by JimR, Chaplain

Standing at the door of retirement has dawned on my life. But first I think about the previous years. I graduated from high school in 1969 and soon after realized I was at the beginning of a life of responsibility … Continue reading →

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That’s My Story and I’m Sticking to It

Posted on 2013/12/08 by JimR, Chaplain

I talked with my recently deceased brother’s partner in life last evening. I perceived her loneliness during the conversation. She’s a good woman and had been with him for at least twenty years I would suppose. He’d been married twice … Continue reading →

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Where I Ought to Be

Posted on 2013/11/29 by JimR, Chaplain

I sit here listening to Enya. It’s Celtic music. Very soothing, settling the spirit and soul. My mind goes so many different directions all the time I find it good to bring my mind to a singular state for a … Continue reading →

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Twelve Things About Me

Posted on 2013/11/27 by JimR, Chaplain

On FaceBook I was asked to reveal 12 things about myself few people know, so. . . 1. I made a bit of a no-no in school growing up. Got two girlfriends the same thing for Christmas, oh about four … Continue reading →

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