Merrick Siebenaler

Leland skipped breakfast this morning. But after dropping him off, I found a stash of granola bars and thought I’d bring him one. Leland sees me, and his eyes get large—but

“Wow, your ashes are great—the cross is perfect,” I heard crossing the Grand Patio this past Wednesday, “I could see them from the back of the church!” Twice more, I received this

Whether we rent or own, our dwelling place requires care, upkeep, and maintenance. It could be as simple as taking out the trash, to painting, unclogging a toilet, or decorating our front entrance,

The world seems to operate along this principle: I will do something for you if you do something for me. More than just an exchange of services, there is a real economy of

I changed schools a lot: first and second grade, seventh grade, ninth grade, and I finally tested out halfway through my sophomore year. I don't want the same thing for Leland.