Have you ever considered that as technology continues to advance people tend to become less aware of their surroundings? Take, for instance, the stars. For many centuries, people were very dependent on the stars for navigation, getting from one place to another. Some developed technology to more accurately read the stars, but looking at them was… Continue reading Following the Stars
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Ever Learning
There will never be a point in life when one reaches the peak of knowledge. We are constantly introduced to new information, new to us anyway. Are we taking the time to learn from that though? I recently read an article that discussed why it is good to own more books than you will ever… Continue reading Ever Learning
How Is Your Temple?
When Israel was first permitted to return to Jerusalem after exile, one of the major goals was to rebuild the temple. For whatever reason, that job was neglected for quite some time. The prophets Haggai and Zechariah reminded the people of the temple's importance and that it ought to be a higher priority. Isn't it… Continue reading How Is Your Temple?
By Their Fruits
Have you ever been in an apple orchard when the trees are first ready for picking? The fruit can be so thick in the tree that you can literally reach the top branches with your feet still on the ground. By the time most of the apples are harvested, the tree is nearly unrecognizable. Reading… Continue reading By Their Fruits
THINK
Teachers are supposed to decorate their classrooms in a way that encourages learning. Upon entering the room, one should easily determine the grade level and subjects that are usually taught in that room. This year, I ran across a bulletin board idea that I needed to have in my room. It really doesn't have much to… Continue reading THINK
