All posts by JD - The Altamonte Sparrow

While none of us can really predict the exact time when our time is going to be up, I'm pretty sure that all of us are aware that it involves counting down the days, not counting up. The only time that I've ever experienced "gaining time" is when I travel from the east coast of the United States going west, and all the way to Hawai'i. Then again, I … [Read more...]

When you look at the picture of the beach above, what do you see? Gloom or beauty? Calm or worry? Problem or opportunity? For the most part, I would say that the condition of my mind, my heart, largely affects how I see things. I have missed many blessings that have been sitting right in front of me, seeing them amiss, due to the state of my … [Read more...]

Have you ever seen--or heard of--the National Monument to the Forefathers? It seems to be tucked away in the middle of a residential neighborhood in Plymouth, Massachusetts. This monument is comprised of numerous statues, the most prominent is Faith. Around the monument, you'll find Morality, Law, Education, and Liberty. As the nation honored … [Read more...]