Rich’s fingerprints

I have a friend named Rich.  He and his wife Heidi have been our kids’ theatre coaches for the past 10 years or so.  Rich and Heidi are probably the most joyful, bubbly, and genuinely nicest people we know.  We are blessed to call them true friends. Rich is winding Read more

time to fight

My dear friend Erica dropped this on us today, from Isaiah 28: 5 In that day the Lord of hosts will be a crown of glory,     and a diadem of beauty, to the remnant of his people, 6 and a spirit of justice to him who sits in judgment,     and strength to those who turn back Read more

the art of manliness

Did you know that there’s a website devoted to reviving the lost art of manliness?  As a man who is dedicated to helping other men grow into their calling, this interests me.  I’ve been poking around their website for a few weeks now.  They feature articles aimed at helping men be Read more

HSM hits the Big Apple

Destination Unknown is in the books for another year.  Sara Pensyl really outdid herself, planning a stellar trip.  I don’t think any of the high school students knew where we were headed until they started seeing road signs on the way.  We jumped on a bus in Happy Valley and Read more

a little PA bluegrass

Bluegrass fan?  Yes, indeed.  I grew up in the sunny south, spoon fed on southern harmonies.  My Paw Paw was a guitar-picker, and I inherited his love for Appalachian music–and one of his mandolins!  I’m not the picker that he was, but I love to listen and occasionally play a Read more

5 things I learned from The Crucible

It’s still a little early to put it to bed, but I thought I’d take a stab at outlining some of the things that I’ve learned from my participation in SCCT’s production of Arthur Miller’s The Crucible.  We’ve got shows this Friday (7/26, 8pm) and Saturday (7/27, 2pm & 8pm) Read more