The first kiss, filled with stomach-knotting passion and newness, was shockingly good. But now, hundreds of kisses later? On the same lips? In the same arms? There’s no retrieving and reliving new.
But in place of new is something else at the heart of the relationship, something she must remind herself is better when discontent whispers… 
Series Archive: ‘My Trip To Ecuador’
A Dozen Kisses Later
Magic Green Powder Versus Grub Worms
I’ve done a little traveling the last few years; to El Salvador, Guatemala, Uganda, Ethiopia, India, Kenya, the Philippines, the Dominican Republic. And I’ve done some strange eating. And not once have I gotten sick. My secret? Magic green powder.
At the end of each day I mix up a dose of green powder, hold my…
Jivinson’s Hero
One of my boys, Gresham, is a bit obsessed with Troy Polamalu. Mr. Polamalu is the star of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ defense at the moment. He’s a game saver – frequently sacking quarterbacks, intercepting passes and being a general thorn in the side of the opposing team. And he’s my boy’s hero.
Gresham recently had a…
And The Church Grows
“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 5:10
Manuel had been a Christian for only four years when he became Pastor Manuel. “It was the seventies,” he said. “Persecution was great.”
Rocks thrown through church windows. Church members harassed and beaten en route to services. Manuel’s life,…
About Shaun — Shaun Groves is a husband, father, singer and communicator connecting the first world with the third world for the benefit of both.
