Carson McCullers

Born: February 19, 1917 in Columbus, Georgia   Died: September 29, 1967 in Nyack, New York   When she was fifteen her father gave her a typewriter to encourage her story writing. In 1940, at the age of 23, writing in the Southern Gothic or perhaps Southern...

Macro Moment #3

”When we see no hint of success yet refuse to despair, when we see nothing but the darkness of the night through our window yet keep the shutters open because stars may appear in the sky, when we have an empty place in our heart yet will not allow it to be filled with...
A River Runs Through It

A River Runs Through It

“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you.”  ―Isaiah 43:2, NIV KER-SPLASH! The look of surprise on our young daughter’s face was priceless as the cold mountain stream cut...
All Things Great and Small

All Things Great and Small

Often associated with spring and rebirth, a hyacinth bloom’s sweet and powerful fragrance can remind us that not everything has to be big to leave a lasting impression.  Now it’s your turn. Name something small that has had a great impact on your life.  I...

Ernest Hemingway

Born: July 21, 1899 in Oak Park, Illinois   Died: July 2, 1961 in Ketchum, Idaho   Hemingway underwent shock therapy to treat his manic depression (bi-polar disorder). The treatment obliterated his memory, which made it impossible for him to write. This was...

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