Tag: protection

What castle do you live in?

August 18, 2008 | 2 comments

Today our bus stopped in front of the Chillon Castle, just outside of Montreaux, Switzerland. When I looked over the precipice to see the bottom of the massive structure and I saw water all the way around the base, I

Off to Switzerland

August 15, 2008 | 2 comments

“Why Switzerland?” a number of our friends asked us when we told them we were travelling there this month. My wife told them, “I’ve always wanted to see the Alps.” And I told them, “My wife has always wanted to

Salmonella outbreak

July 11, 2008 | 1 comment

Salmonella outbreak fears are growing in the US as the FDA searches for a cause and source of the problem. Certain types of tomatoes were thought to be the culprit. But now serrano, jalapeno peppers and cilantro are under investigation.

Always prepared

July 5, 2008 | 5 comments

Yesterday, we stopped at the local fire station to borrow a life jacket for a river outing my family was taking that afternoon. The fire department loans out jackets to community members as a public service and promotion of safety.

Prayer for calm in China

May 28, 2008 | 2 comments

After hearing reports of more tremors in China today, and remembering the thousands of families and children already reeling from devastation and loss, I had to take more time out to pray for peace and calm in that land. I