The little boy stands in the toy aisle with his mouth wide open. He gets to pick a toy for his birthday, but there are so many from which to choose. He cannot make up his mind. The girl knows that two boys like her and want to ask her out. She likes them both … Continue reading What to Do When You Are Confused
What Are You Doing to Help Those in Need?
Last week I had the opportunity to play in a golf tournament that benefited The Baddour Center. It is a place in Senatobia that exists to help those with intellectual disabilities. The participants of the center are loving and kind, and many of them are talented beyond expectation. I still remember (as a teenager) being … Continue reading What Are You Doing to Help Those in Need?
We Remember
In a few days, Americans will observe Memorial Day. When I was young, there were certain things that happened in conjunction with Memorial Day. Many would put screens back on their windows after winterizing them a few months before, white shoes and clothes were brought back out, and grills were pulled out for the firs … Continue reading We Remember
Do We Really Have to Do the Right Thing?
People often do what is wrong – whether it is intentional or not. They do things or say things that hurt (often deeply). And human nature is to retaliate by doing the same thing – to try to hurt them. I know. I have faced my share of being hurt. But I also have lived … Continue reading Do We Really Have to Do the Right Thing?
Happy Mother’s Day!
It is time to honor mothers! Happy Mother’s Day! Moms are like opinions. Everyone has one (or has had one). However, mothers are far more important and precious than opinions. I’ve heard it said that the days that we parent are long, but the years are short. As one of my children graduates college and … Continue reading Happy Mother’s Day!
When Everything Seems to Be Changing
Does everything seem to be changing? The Cooks have faced and are facing many changes of late. This weekend I had the honor of officiating my niece’s wedding; she is the first of that generation to experience that. However, my son is also about to be married while also graduating from college and beginning dental … Continue reading When Everything Seems to Be Changing
Pray for America
In one week (on May 2) we will observe the National Day of Prayer. In Leake County, many of us will meet at the Courthouse at noon while others are meeting all over the country, and you are invited. Throughout our history and especially during tough times, Americans have been urged to pray for our … Continue reading Pray for America
What Is Going on with the Price of Things?
Whether you are purchasing eggs, gas, a home, or just about anything else, it is hard to ignore how expensive things are getting. You may want to lay the blame at someone’s feet or at some group’s feet, but the fact is that things cost more (no matter how we got here). Many of us … Continue reading What Is Going on with the Price of Things?
Have You Paid Your Taxes?
April 15 is quickly approaching, and we know what that means. It is tax day. I will admit that I do not like paying taxes. I would rather keep more of my money. Also, I do not always agree with what the money is used to do. Governments are made up of people who are … Continue reading Have You Paid Your Taxes?
What Do You Do When You Are Disappointed?
It happens. A lot! Someone hurts you whether you realize it or not. A trusted friend seems to turn on you. Things happen that rock your world. You expectations or hopes are not met. And disappointment follows. We all know that life is full of disappointments. They can be big or small. Most of them … Continue reading What Do You Do When You Are Disappointed?
DrJayCook 