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Another Wednesday: Reading, Wondering and Writing

Posted on January 20, 2021 by Brian H. Gill

Wednesday is one of my ‘busy’ days. Busy, by the standards of some retired guy living in central Minnesota. Monday was a ‘busy’ day this week, too: thanks to an appointment at the eye clinic Monday morning. My task glasses’ … Continue reading →

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Sunshine, Snow, and Inauguration Day Looming

Posted on January 19, 2021 by Brian H. Gill

It’s a sunny Tuesday afternoon here in Sauk Centre, Minnesota. It’s 8°F outside, -13°C. At that temperature, water is a mineral. Which is normal for this time of year here in central Minnesota. The sun is setting, which again is … Continue reading →

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Death at the Capitol: “Something Isn’t Working”

Posted on January 18, 2021 by Brian H. Gill

America’s 2020 presidential election is over. Its aggravation isn’t. I’m one of the many folks who opted to vote by mail. Election results weren’t entirely good or bad news from my viewpoint. This month’s news hasn’t been all bad. Even … Continue reading →

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I am Not Samuel: But I’m Someone

Posted on January 17, 2021 by Brian H. Gill

Today’s first reading, 1 Samuel 3 3b:–10, 19, talks about ‘Samuel’s call.’ That’s the time God called Samuel. Several times. Finally, on call number three, Samuel said “Speak, for your servant is listening.” (1 Samuel 3:10) So, what’s that to … Continue reading →

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The Winter Storm Continues, But Not Here

Posted on January 15, 2021 by Brian H. Gill

And now it’s Friday morning. I’ve written, briefly, about the weather and vaguely-related topics for three days now: “A Winter Weather Advisory, Next Morning’s Progress” (January 14, 2021) “A Winter Weather Advisory, Forecasts and Making Sense” (January 13, 2021) The … Continue reading →

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