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On Keeping the Gates Closed

Published by mhelbert on July 11, 2013

I was going to write more about relationships today. But, something else has been knocking on the inside of head trying to get out. So,…

Published by mhelbert on July 10, 2013

Relationships are difficult for me. To begin with, most of the time I’m far more comfortable with books than with people. Books can transport me…

Published by mhelbert on July 1, 2013

The Problem On July 8, 1741, Jonathan Edwards delivered a sermon to people gathered at a church in Enfield, Ct. It was entitled, “Sinners in…

Published by mhelbert on June 26, 2013

That was the day, 37 years ago, when Hope Taylor and I stood in front of a guy in a robe and said, “I do”…

Published by mhelbert on June 25, 2013

I’ve begun work on a story that I think should be told. This project requires that I dig deeply into my mind. I search for…

Published by mhelbert on June 22, 2013

Quiet time between times Slight breeze barely audible in the trees. Mouse skitters to safety At the approach of giant’s steps. Sitting on blocks of…

Published by mhelbert on June 21, 2013

I’ve always been an artist of sorts. One friend has accused me of being “a sensitive musician.” Others just say that I’m moody. The truth…

Published by mhelbert on June 20, 2013

Yesterday, a Facebook friend posted a link to a site that is all about manliness and manhood. The particular article that my friend suggested is…

Published by mhelbert on June 18, 2013

A friend of mine turned me on to this a while back. Being an entertainer by nature, I found this a unique use of visual…

Published by mhelbert on June 18, 2013

Sitting in my backyard on a warm, summer evening. A good book in my hands and my favorite potent potable on a table next to…