Category Archives: Spiritual Contemplation

Of Thorns and Glory

Posted on August 19, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Our strength often leads to pride and self trust. Weakness leads us to God’s strength. Continue reading →

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The Last Peach

Posted on August 18, 2022 by Doc Arnett

It’s easier to feel good about sharing with the critters before they strip off all the peaches from your tree. Continue reading →

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A Strange Memorial

Posted on August 16, 2022 by Doc Arnett

No matter how strange it may seem, I think doing a mud run was a perfect way to honor someone like my mother. Continue reading →

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When Nature Sings

Posted on August 12, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes we’re a little too quick to think we’ve got a mystery of some sort demystified. Continue reading →

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Leapin’ Lizards

Posted on August 11, 2022 by Doc Arnett

I’ve been fascinated by blue-tailed lizards ever since I was a kid. But they still startle me! Continue reading →

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Welcoming the Cool of an August Haze

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Doc Arnett

It’s good from time to time
to keep the mind from ruining a thing
by trying too hard to explain it.

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Riding Toward the Far Ridge

Posted on August 3, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Virgina might not be almost heaven,
but its mountains sure are lovely! Continue reading →

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Proof of Life

Posted on July 12, 2022 by Doc Arnett

When love, romance or relationship are on the verge of collapse, small choices really matter! Continue reading →

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Hard Work on a (Not So) Hot Day

Posted on July 7, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Having two friends show up to help build fence on a hot July day is a mighty fine blessing… even if it isn’t such a hot day! Continue reading →

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Hope For the Harm We Never Intended

Posted on July 6, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Even though unintended, having knocked a baby bird from its nest led me to do my best to make things right again. Continue reading →

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