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Can’t Elope Pie
A Green Zone dessert for people who wanted to run away but stayed for pie.I found a new spiritual discipline: cantaloupe pie. Or, as I prefer to call it, Can’t Elope Pie.Because sometimes life says, “Run away!” Grace says, “Stay.” And dessert says, “Sit down. You’re not going anywhere until you finish this.” Take one…
National Coffee Day in Needles!
Today is National Coffee Day. America is apparently running on coffee. Not me. I prefer tea.Yes, I said it. On National Coffee Day. Somewhere a coffee shop just put my picture on the wall. But here in the Green Zone, we believe in freedom. Coffee people can drink coffee. Tea people can drink tea. Dr…
Getting Free: One Fix-It Ticket at a Time
Getting Free — One Fix-It Ticket at a Time Today I’m checking on two fix-it tickets at the Needles courthouse. This is not exactly how I envisioned spending my golden years. The tickets involve a Dodge truck I no longer own. I sold it. For one dollar. Apparently I am not Warren Buffett. The truck…
Into my heart
“Into my heart, into my heart, come into my heart, Lord Jesus.” Such a simple prayer—and a good one for right now: Come in, Lord Jesus.Fill the tired places.Bring Your grace, Your peace, and Your light.Stay with me today, and help me walk in Your love. Amen.
Give Like Dolly Day
9/25. Get it? 9 to 5. Today is Give Like Dolly Day. Dolly taught us a lot more than how to sing a country song. She showed us what it looks like to give, to laugh, to dream big, and to care about the kid who just needs a book and somebody who believes in…
Make Needles Great Again
MAKE NEEDLES GREAT AGAIN — MANGO Old Man Charlie has a new idea.That should probably scare somebody. But here it is anyway: MANGO — Make Needles Great Again. Needles sits on old Route 66, where people have been passing through for a long, long time. Maybe it’s time to give a few more people a…
Sept. 23: National Great American Pot Pie Day
Tomorrow, September 23, is National Great American Pot Pie Day. Apparently it’s also National Checkers Day, Snack Stick Day, Restless Legs Awareness Day, International Day of Sign Languages, Innergize Day, and See You at the Pole. That’s a lot of responsibility for one Wednesday. My plan is fairly simple: Pray. Eat a pot pie. Play…
It’s National Ice Cream Cone Day
Life is short—dangerously, alarmingly short—so naturally, the most logical course of action is to eat dessert first. Always. No appetizers, no vegetables masquerading as “part of a balanced meal,” no sensible portions of anything vaguely nutritious. Just dessert. Pure, unadulterated, guilt-free dessert. A Drumstick sounds particularly appealing at this moment—you know, those delightful ice cream…
Getting Free: Peacemakers, Troublemakers and Jesus
Getting Free — Peacemakers, Troublemakers and Jesus I’ve been thinking about peace. Not the kind of peace that comes when everybody finally agrees with Charlie Wear. I tried waiting for that. It could take a while. I’m talking about the peace Jesus offers—the kind that can exist while the world around us is still noisy,…
Five Signs You’re Getting Old (I Think)
I have discovered five unmistakable signs that you are getting old. At least I think there were five. I wrote them down somewhere. 1. You Can’t Sleep When you’re young, you can sleep anywhere. Floor. Couch. Back seat of a car. At my age, I can have a comfortable bed, three pillows, perfect temperature and…
Getting Free: One Moment at a Time
This morning I am basking in the light of a desert sunrise. There is something about sunrise in the desert. The darkness doesn’t argue with the light. It simply gives way. Slowly at first. A little light along the horizon. Then another shade. Then suddenly the desert that disappeared into darkness last night is right…
Declare, Decree, or Fold? Prosperity Gospel at the Poker Table
Declare It, Decree It, Plant a Seed—and Shuffle Up and Deal I have spent enough time around charismatic Christianity to hear a fair amount about declaring and decreeing. Declare your healing. Decree your prosperity. Speak victory over your circumstances. Don’t make a negative confession. Stand on the Word. And, of course, plant a seed. Preferably…
Getting Free From Old Offenses: Proverbs 18 and No Hard Feelings
The author reflects on the significance of letting go of past grievances as he listens to the Avett Brothers’ song “No Hard Feelings” and reads Proverbs 18. He emphasizes the importance of choosing words that uplift rather than harm, advocating for forgiveness, open-heartedness, and maintaining peace in relationships as life draws to a close.
My nephew is homeless in Highgrove, CA
The author shares their experience with their nephew, Chris Wear, who became homeless after the author’s brother died in a motorcycle accident. Initially taking Chris in, the author faced challenges when Chris disregarded his medication. Despite this, Chris is portrayed as a talented poet and songwriter, performing music with the author’s stepson.
Ice cream or Food truck
Old people get nostalgic for the “good old days.” Back then, we didn’t need apps, subscriptions, or loyalty points—just a front porch and a functioning doorbell. We had milk, donuts, and ice cream delivered right to our door like we were minor royalty with questionable cholesterol. I loved pouring half and half on my oatmeal…
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