I live in Seattle, but I never see this much traffic clustered in one place.

I live in Seattle, but I never see this much traffic clustered in one place.

We've tried to put ourselves in position to play some really talented teams or individual players.

We've tried to put ourselves in position to play some really talented teams or individual players.

I grew up on a farm so I thought driving a fire truck would be like handling a grain truck. read more

I grew up on a farm so I thought driving a fire truck would be like handling a grain truck. But the first time I was behind the wheel of a fire truck, I was awestruck by the responsibility. Sure you can run a stoplight, but you have to make sure the intersection is clear before you do. That's when I realized each level you reach in the fire department brings on new responsibility. And there are more people under your wing.

I am convinced that He (God) does not play dice.

I am convinced that He (God) does not play dice.

Smell brings to mind... a family dinner of pot roast and sweet potatoes during a myrtle-mad August in a Midwestern read more

Smell brings to mind... a family dinner of pot roast and sweet potatoes during a myrtle-mad August in a Midwestern town. Smells detonate softly in our memory like poignant land mines hidden under the weedy mass of years.

Painful as it may be, a significant emotional event can be the catalyst for choosing a direction that serves us--and read more

Painful as it may be, a significant emotional event can be the catalyst for choosing a direction that serves us--and those around us -- more effectively. Look for the learning.

If I was at fault, I could see paying. But I wasn't . I told the guys at work, if read more

If I was at fault, I could see paying. But I wasn't . I told the guys at work, if you're even close to an accident, get out of there because you're going to get a bill.

… We want you to know that we recognize your hard work and compassion on behalf of the children and read more

… We want you to know that we recognize your hard work and compassion on behalf of the children and the families you have affected. We commend your commitment, determination and professional expertise.

The big news in this report is that children's status is improving and continuing to get better.

The big news in this report is that children's status is improving and continuing to get better.