Right Wisdom

Memorial Day is more than just the official kick off to summer. In fact it is the time to recognize those who served those who gave their life and those who fought for our freedom. How many of you today will spend your time remembering a loved one who served and making sure you thank those who are still around for giving their time to serve our country. My father served in World War II. He was fortunate to not have to serve in combat but instead served in northern Africa in the Army Air Corps. He was stationed at Khartoum Sudan and used to talk quite a bit about his time serving.    Those who served away from the battle fray tend to talk more about their time in a positive light than those who were on the front lines.   Front lines or not we owe our freedom to all those who served. My son-in-law is currently serving in the Army. He is currently located in Colorado and has in the past been deployed to Iran. I am very proud that he is working so hard to keep o...

Memorial Day, is the unofficial start of summer. School is almost out the weather is heating up and more and more people are looking for things to do outside. Families are looking for trips to take and things to do as a family. As a leader looking for a way to relax on the weekend or during your vacation why not go canoeing. I really enjoy canoeing. When I worked as a counselor at a summer camp oh so many years ago I used to teach intermediate canoeing. Every Friday I would take the campers across the lake to the Sibley State Park building and they would buy candy. It was a fun treat and a fun time. Canoeing is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and the many streams and rivers that exist. One year when I taught 8 th graders we had an end of the year canoe trip and we would take the students down the St. Croix River. I also remember when I was in 8 th grade going into 9 th grade my church took us on a canoe trip in the BWCA. This is the place you really get to experience can...