Author Archives: Jeff Murphy
Arizona Visit – Day 1 (July 17) Part 1
It all began at the airport. We got out of the house a little later than anticipated, but arrived at Midway having plenty of time for me to get checked in and over to my gate. The lines were long, … Continue reading
The right mix of ingredients is required
Not every day, but several times a week I make a loaf of bread. It sounds more impressive than it is because I really just add the ingredients into the bread machine and click start. About 4 hours after that…bread. … Continue reading
Resolutions 2015
Here’s my resolutions for 2015: Read 12 books Write 24 posts on my other blog More 1 on 1 time with kids (to make it measurable, perhaps 1 time a month per kid) Memorize Scripture More time in prayer One … Continue reading
A Funeral
I attended a funeral on Monday. A gentleman in our church passed away unexpectedly the week before, and the church gathered to celebrate this gentleman’s life. This man had been attending the church for 37 years, was actively involved in … Continue reading
Can I live an “Its a blessing” life?
About 2 years ago I decided, with conscious effort, to come up with a phrase I could use. The phrase I chose at the time was “Its an outrage!” I used it in both serious and funny situations, like when … Continue reading
Working on a Friday
It is a beautiful day outside today in Chicagoland! I wish I would have taken the day off. Unfortunately, my work schedule is still recovering from vacation. Since we returned, I haven’t had a normal week. I think I should … Continue reading
What to write?
Well, I wanted to just take a quick minute to zip out a post, just to keep up the consistency of posting. The first thought I had about posting today was to describe the success I felt having accomplished a large … Continue reading
A disappointing try-out
Well…my daughter did what I thought she would have to do to make the swim team. Unfortunately, we learned today that she was just a few seconds short from making the team. She was crushed. I was sad for her. … Continue reading
I wish for so much more
I’ve just changed my theme, and am reviewing what has been written here on the blog, and I am embarrassed. I want it to include so much more. I want to write so much more. When I created the blog, … Continue reading
6:00am Already!?!
I cannot believe that just a little while ago the alarm was going off. I set it for 5:30am because my high school son has homework to do before going to school. I know he needs to get up a … Continue reading
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