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About richrockwood

Writer of Christian fiction whose first book "Memory Theft" delves into the impact an extortion scam has on a retired widower. For more information please check out www.richrockwood.com

Connecting with Old Friends

Posted on March 8, 2013 by richrockwood

Connections A blessing breeze blew through my life the day I connected with someone I had known many years ago.  We were in school together and had shared common interests.  He was older, wiser I felt, and an accomplished organist.  … Continue reading →

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Drawing Jazz and Faith

Posted on March 6, 2013 by richrockwood

Many years ago my late wife and I visited Justin’s in Albany which features world class jazz musicians.  It soon became a favorite place of ours with cool jazz and hot Cajun food.  It consists of two rooms, one where … Continue reading →

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Questioning Life’s Reproductive Mystery

Posted on March 4, 2013 by richrockwood

A blessing breeze blows over the earth each time a seed is created.   A seed is the product of fertilization and growth within the mother plant.  It is the miracle of potential encased within a tiny coat, packed with enough … Continue reading →

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A Powerful Force for Getting Things Out of My Way

Posted on March 1, 2013 by richrockwood

Providence at Work?  Two days ago in my part of Michigan, I awoke to a substantial amount of snow which needed to be removed before my wife could get out of our driveway.  I was fortunate in that when she moved … Continue reading →

Posted in Acceptance, Accomplishment, Adaptability, Appreciation, Belief, Contentment, Faith, God, Guidance, Heaven, Letting Go, Morale, Perseverance, Providence, Religion, Service, Snow, Thankfulness, Trust, Values, Winter | Tagged , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

I Met My Wife in My Former Church

Posted on February 27, 2013 by richrockwood

A Gust of Grace blew into my life in November of 2009.  On that Sunday I visited my old home church and saw someone I had known over 20 years ago.   Seven months later we were married. At the … Continue reading →

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A Second-Second Chance

Posted on February 25, 2013 by richrockwood

A Gust of Grace: blew through my life when I was in the US Army.  I was in during the height of the Vietnam War (1967-1970).  I had finished basic training at Fort Knox and the class ahead of me … Continue reading →

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I Was a Pioneer

Posted on February 22, 2013 by richrockwood

Living in the Past:  I was a pioneer in the Autumn of 1963, a member of the first and only class, entering Grand Valley State College, the newest in Michigan, walking in brand new buildings, enjoying a complete lack of … Continue reading →

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Sometimes You Have to Spend The Higher Amount

Posted on February 20, 2013 by richrockwood

Observations About Life:  Many years ago a wise man gave me some good advice.  He said  “There are two things in life for which you should go first class:  1) your first date with someone and 2) the oil in … Continue reading →

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Keep Off the Ice

Posted on February 18, 2013 by richrockwood

Experience as a Flashlight:  Back when I was more daring and foolish, I used to walk on the ice.  I lived in Wisconsin and winters were pretty severe for us.  The river running through town froze.  The huge lake where … Continue reading →

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Taking a Breather

Posted on February 8, 2013 by richrockwood

I will be away on vacation for the next week learning more about trusting God as I try something brand new.  My wife and I are taking a cruise, visiting Mayan ruins, swimming with sting rays and other exotic things.  … Continue reading →

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