A Place

A Place

A place. Of memories, of hopes, of dreams, of prayers: a place. Started an early draft of stories and ideas in December for a new book. Returning to the place in July. Hearing Anna Ruby Falls provide percussion. Seeing the scenery, taking the steps, enjoying the...

No Pictures

I took pictures on a recent Saturday morning of our men’s breakfast gathering. Images of the food, of the entire group of guys, of individuals. But, when I wrote about the time together, I did not include the images on social media. Though I love how pictures help us...
Almost Time

Almost Time

A friend said, “Hey, Chris. What’s your new book about?” “Things Weve Handed Down is about lessons I’ve learned from books. How those books impacted my life,” I said. “Stories that have helped me find hope through disappointments and wounds.” “What is one...
A Book About Books

A Book About Books

Yes, another book. The twelfth book I’ve written. And this one is a book about books. It’s about books I’ve read. Though, of course, not all of them. Some of my favorite books. Though, of course, not all of my favorites. Things We’ve Handed Down: Twelve Letters I...