Monthly Archives: April 2025

The Brother We Never Knew

My oldest brother lived only a few hours. For fifty years, he was un-named and lay in a tiny grave marked only by a small metal marker that said, “Arnett-Infant Son.” Continue reading

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Black Sabbath-II

A reflection on the hopelessness the disciples experienced on the day after the death of the Messiah… and before his promised resurrection. Continue reading

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Tornado Warnings

Having three sons and their families living in a small town with a report of “tornado on the ground” sure made my Papa Meter redline! Continue reading

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The Two-Legged Turtle

A little farm kid finds something unusual in a tiny pond and learns that good intentions don’t always lead to good results. Continue reading

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