Image by Souza_DF from Pixabay Whether it's something biblical, Greek, Roman, Egyptian or a story that ties them all into one great tale, I get entirely fixated upon ancient civilizations. Whenever I'm attending a museum of ancient Celtic warriors or mummies from ancient Egypt, I stand in awe. Most people may take a brief look, … Continue reading Why I'm Fascinated With Ancient Empires
Author: Stephen Bernard
How To Save Money On Christmas Presents
Image by 3D Animation Production Company from Pixabay In the past, I would have allowed myself to get completely wrapped up in the culture of Christmas gifts. Everything I bought for everyone, especially my own children, had to be brand new direct from the toy store. I don't do that anymore, especially this Christmas whereas … Continue reading How To Save Money On Christmas Presents
Why I'm Reluctant To Teach My Sons Guitar
I'm relaxing in my kitchen on a pleasant winters sunny afternoon. The steam from my ginger tea tickles the back of my sore throat, and I let out a cough. Soon after, the door opens, and my sons are about to make me gasp for air again. He (my 6-year-old) approaches me with head hanging … Continue reading Why I'm Reluctant To Teach My Sons Guitar
Everyone Needs The Calmness Of The Desert
Image by Jörg Peter from Pixabay Two types of desert help us in this world. There is the natural desert, and then the spiritual one. When we think of a desert, our imagination leads us to a dry place of hardship, and that's an accurate description. Have you ever stood in an actual desert? Me neither, yet the … Continue reading Everyone Needs The Calmness Of The Desert
It’s True: Christianity Attracts The Nutty Members Of Society
Copyright: Stephen Bernard I've been having this conversation with my wife today about those of us who home school. I'm sorry if it comes across as boasting, but I told her the majority of people that home school I would consider to be "well balanced" are very few. Of all the people she's introduced me … Continue reading It’s True: Christianity Attracts The Nutty Members Of Society
Why Ending My Music Career Helped Me Enjoy Music For A Change
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90TFXuXxmbM I'm 19 years old in that photograph. I played guitar, wrote music and performed for much of teenage and early 20's. I've actually played guitar since I was a child. Playing music runs in the family among the men, and naturally, I picked it up also. I always wanted to be the rock star. … Continue reading Why Ending My Music Career Helped Me Enjoy Music For A Change
I’m Becoming Tired Of Religion
Image by Thanks for your Like • donations welcome from Pixabay A DARK FEW DAYS The last few days have been very dark for me. I go through specific periods where I become fed up of religion altogether. An incredible indifference towards the Church, priests, laity and prayer or going to Mass washes over me. … Continue reading I’m Becoming Tired Of Religion
