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Be Not Dismayed

Do not fear; for I am with you; be not dismayed; for I am your God. I will make you strong; yes, I will help you; yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of My righteousness. (Isaiah 41:10 … Continue reading →

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A Private Thanksgiving

This is my Father’s world; there is nothing to fear with Him at the helm. Not that it’s all bright and cheery, but all those events that I can’t control are also not my problem. I’m committed to accepting what … Continue reading →

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Driving Is Not Fun

It was about a three-hour drive to my Dad’s funeral. While I love seeing the countryside out there in the northeastern part of the state — mountains and forests — I was alone and no one could take the pictures. … Continue reading →

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Glorious Chaos

There is no doubt I’m failing in one way or another, but my ministry focus here is not aimed at placing controls and limits on your faith life, but removing the false constraints placed by others. If I suddenly die … Continue reading →

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Photolog: VA and Katy Trail

Back in the saddle again! Our environment has changed radically. I like lots of open space and I love the complete absence of carpet. This whole apartment is wood and ceramic tile floor. Bicycles are one of the first things … Continue reading →

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Funerary Service

For those who are curious, a generic non-sectarian funeral is really quite simple. First, you have to understand that funerals do nothing for the dead, but are for survivors. At most, we are simply consoling each other. There is nothing … Continue reading →

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Funeral: Freddie J. Hurst

The funeral is handled by Green Country Funeral Home in Tahlequah, OK. Google Maps location Green Country Funeral Home 203 S. Commercial Rd. PO Box 2048 Tahlequah, OK 74465 Telephone: (918) 458-5055 The body will be available for viewing all … Continue reading →

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Back Online

It is finished. That is, aside from some insignificant bits and pieces of our mass of junk, everything is now in our new quarters. Even better, we have made extraordinary progress putting stuff away, thanks to my industrious wife. As … Continue reading →

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RIP: Fred J. Hurst

My Dad passed away last night around 11:30 PM. I want to thank all those who have expressed condolences, but I saw this coming. I am moved and sad, but not distraught. You have to understand that he nearly died … Continue reading →

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Half-way There (Move)

I’m sitting in the local Panera Bread cafe and wishing they had gluten free stuff. The coffee is good and so is the free wifi. So we slept in our new accommodations last night. We are in that half-way stage … Continue reading →

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