From October to December is nothing but a blur with a holiday thrown into each month. Now we are at the Christmas countdown and everyone seems to be busier and busier as Christmas Day approaches. Yes,...

When the American colonies first clashed with Britain over taxation, much of their frustration focused on Charles Townshend and later Frederick North. Both men served simultaneously as members of Parl...

OKLAHOMA CITY – This time of year can bring stressful times for children who endure traumatic experiences. As we approach the end of the year and with the holidays of celebration occurring, OICA is on...

How good are you with patience, and waiting? It’s not always my strong suit. With short waits, like standing in the check-out line at Walmart or sitting in the doctor’s office, I’ll visit with somebod...

“Which of you, if your son asks for bread, will give him a stone? Or if he asks for a fish, will give him a snake? If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how ...

Christmas has a funny way of turning up the lights — and the memories. For some, the season brings warmth and joy. For others, it stirs old hurts they’d rather keep buried. Dickens captured that tensi...

OKLAHOMA CITY – With the beginning of December and upcoming celebrations, stress is an inevitable part of the season. Holidays are often portrayed as joyful and exciting, but many children experience ...

Every year from October to December seems to go by in a blink. It seems like people are busier than ever trying to find their Halloween costume to finding time to cook everything for Thanksgiving to f...

I had an interesting experience in class last week; one I hope won’t get me in too much trouble. As the semester is winding down, one of my classes was giving presentations on their research projects....

“You brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the wrath to come? Bear fruit worthy of repentance! Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire!” (Matthew 3:1-12). ...

As we turn the calendar toward Christmas, many of us feel both the sparkle of the season and a few shadows from the past. Christmas has a way of magnifying things. A joyful moment becomes brighter, li...

In the Gospel of John 8:12 Jesus says this about Himself – “ When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have ...

OKLAHOMA CITY – As we just celebrated Thanksgiving, I would be remiss to not express appreciation for those who work tirelessly for the youth of our state. Each year, the Oklahoma Institute for Child ...

Normally I don’t think government and sports should mix, but in the current college playoff system, including mostly public schools, it may be time. College football has always been controversial in t...

For the last year I have plugged away at being the “Paper Lady” by covering community events for our local newspapers day after day. I have written 49 personal columns so far and countless articles co...

Do you lay awake at night worried about God’s final judgment and who will “make the cut” (or who shouldn’t!)?? Here’s my updated version of what Jesus says to his followers in Matthew 24:3644: “About ...

One thing that our family does with everyday in December up to Christmas is our Advent Calendar. Each day has a little box that holds a piece of candy or such. The kids are look forward to it each day...

If your life feels a little unsettled right now, you’re not alone. Every one of us walks through shifting seasons, and some are harder to navigate than others. Gratitude is one of God’s gifts for navi...

It seems like time is flying by and months are changing within days not weeks as year after year pass too quickly. However, I know every season has something that we can be grateful for if we just loo...

OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma has consistently lingered toward the bottom of state rankings when it comes to reading comprehension with elementary-aged students. Some leaders have offered solutions, and we...