Happy Saturday, In true Seattle fashion the day began overcast and drizzly but has finished with billowy clouds, blue sky, and sunshine.   Thank you for your patience in my skipping of an Uplook for last week since we were traveling.  We were privileged to attend the High School graduation of our oldest granddaughter.  It was a joyous time and we were happy to have been there (even with airport tr...  Read More

Happy Memorial Day Weekend! In the United States this weekend marks the unofficial beginning of summer (although technically it doesn't begin until June 21st which is the Summer solstice or longest day of the year).   It is a holiday often marked by remembrances for those who gave their lives for the defense of our country.  And for you auto racing fans, the Indianapolis 500 race has been held on ...  Read More

Beloved Saints, I'm writing a little early this week as our Special Meetings begin tomorrow.  The theme is "Breaking Down Strongholds" which comes from 2 Corinthians 10:4.  We have been praying the Lord will use this special time together for us and those who gather from our sister churches nearby to expose and pull down those places where Satan has tried to establish authority.   Those places can...  Read More

Good morning,I've delayed my weekly email this morning to offer a warm greeting to all of our mothers.   God bless you for all that you do.  With that said, I am aware that both Mother's and Father's Day can bring a myriad of emotions for people.  Some of those emotions are joy and happiness because of the blessings which often come with becoming a mother.  We certainly do not want to minimize the...  Read More

Greetings and Happy Saturday,Thank you for being patient in understanding that last Saturday we were out of state on holiday with some family and I simply "took the day off" from writing.   This week has been busy upon our return including travel to Langley BC for their special meetings where I was privileged to preach on Thursday evening and also present a couple-hour seminar on family relationsh...  Read More

Good afternoon to all,April is a month with many memories for me.  Over four decades ago our first child was born on the second day of April. I was so full of joy and happiness at the addition of a beautiful healthy daughter that I thought I might burst.  (figuratively, of course).   Only 12 days later, my father passed away after a 13-month battle with brain cancer.  I was so distraught with grie...  Read More