Forgiveness and reconciliation – not the same | Mark’s Remarks
I believe everything the Bible says, cover to cover.
That kind of talk can get a person into trouble from time to time, but...
Reflections and takebacks | Mark’s Remarks
As I close out the end of my 32nd year of teaching, I’m amazed at what we’ve accomplished and survived in the past couple...
Kids tell all | Mark’s Remarks
I had an eye-opening talk with a small group of kids not too long ago.
These kids are a great group. They bring me...
Parker | Mark’s Remarks
I’ve oftenwondered what life must be like for our dog.
He is an unusual looking dog, resembling a vampire batin my opinion. He has a...
Kid stuff and the perfect breakfast
I think I already told you the story of trying to fool the tooth fairy. I’ll try to be brief in my re-telling.
I had...
Enquiring Minds | Mark’s Remarks
Years ago, Mom would come back from Saturday grocery shopping, usually with an issue of the latest National Enquirer. Do you remember that one?
Remember...
The ‘what’s important’ age | Mark’s Remarks
You tend to do a lot of reflecting as you approach milestones. My age group is moving toward retirement, grandparenthood, and various stages of...
Hello again, fitting room. Did I really miss you? | Mark’s Remarks
Writing this column for so long has taught me a few lessons. I shouldn’t write about my personal appearance unless I’m poking fun at...
Skylines, rooftops and snacks | Mark’s Remarks
While our oldest daughter was in the hospital recently for routine observation and tests, we traded off spending the night there.
It isn’t new...
The slap | Mark’s Remarks
In retirement, I’m hoping I can see many more movies than I’m able to right now. I also want to be able to be...
The new F | Mark’s Remarks
I recently had a student look me in the eye and say “I have a problem. I have a B-.”
I looked back at this...
Out to pasture | Mark’s Remarks
When I was very little, someone bought a rocking horse for me. It was too big for my bedroom, so my mom set it...