Author: Hoosierdaddy101

I had an exchange with a friend this morning who wants to develop his writing craft.  I asked if he's discovered any tendencies that lead to an increased drive to write.  I asked because, I find my own personal drive comes when my heart is heavy or longing for something more.  Do you ever find … Continue reading Fighting a Demon Named “Good” →

Its June 1st....it's the month my dad was born and also the month he died. It's the month we celebrate Father’s Day...it's a fitting time of the year when I think so much more about the man who molded and shaped me...with all my imperfections, into the man I am today. When my wife wants … Continue reading Dad →

As I drove to work, the weight of the job was heavy on my heart. The thought of those imaginary chains keeping me securely connected inside the cell we call "offices" was sucking the energy out of my heart before I hit the Loveland city limits. Don't get me wrong here, I have a great … Continue reading Selling Our Souls for Security →

Bill was on the move in his profession. He’d done his time as a researcher and was now ready for the big time in front of the camera.   His days of being a nameless faceless weather researcher had ended. The cheap motels, fast food, erratic sleep patterns and the unending task of searching for grants … Continue reading Bill “The Weatherman” →

To place trust in our self, our wisdom, our own understanding and that of the world, is to step out from the shadow of the Almighty and to step away from His divine protection. He is the Shepherd who keeps us safe from the wolves all around us...wolves which stay at a distance because of … Continue reading The Path We Walk is Dangerous →

This morning I was sitting with a friend of mine who is helping me get financing for a home purchase. I thought I knew what prayer was before I met this guy… Man, this dude is an intercessor!   As we talked, conversation turned to the election shenanigans taking place in our country. We talked about … Continue reading It’s not WASHINGTON, and it’s not the CHURCH… →

Okay, so the title is meant to grab at curiosity...but it is relevant.  I do apologize ahead of time for any manipulation that was in my heart. The season I appear to be in is challenging the issues of my heart.  As I work through the chapters of the book “Living Free” by Mike Riches, … Continue reading Eating with Sex-Offenders →

I was driving in to work this Christmas Eve morning and just began to reflect on Christmas. I became grateful at the gifts I received...you know, the reason for the season. I'm thankful for the Lord's FAVOR. There are times when I look back in my journey and realize the Lord has secretly placed gifts … Continue reading The Gift →

I originally wrote this story in July, 2015, after returning from a holiday road-trip.  However, over the years, the idea of "change" has become a concept that both inspires and challenges me to reflect on my life in much deeper ways than an occasional glance in the rear-view mirror.  As a probation officer, the concept … Continue reading I’m Stuck! →

I found this post in a saved file today (6/28/2021).  As I read it, I thought of the recent interactions I've had with people.  Like the friend who told me he had to call his therapist a few Tuesdays ago because he was entertaining thoughts of suicide...I didn't know this.  Or maybe the gal I … Continue reading Missing-In-Action →