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A long, long time ago
A long, long time ago, many marvelous things were invented. Over 120 years ago, the Wright brothers flew the first airplane. Now look at what man has done since then. We can get on a plane and, … more
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A recent conversation between the editor of The Prairie Press and her daughter sparks a discussion about change, growth and our perception of why people change and if in limiting our ability to change course, we are actually stunting our own growth.
Time may change me (and you)
Six years ago, this month, I took on the most complicated, dangerous and overwhelming role in my life so far. Six years ago, I became a mom. No amount of book reading or researching can prepare … more
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No matter where you live or what church you attend, I hope that it becomes a “Tradition Center for Innovation.”
Tradition versus innovation
Sometimes everything you see is familiar, routine, almost boring. Then, there are times when you see something unusual, unique, almost startling. It makes you stop and say “Did I just see … more
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Libraries were created as repositories for documents, but through vision and leadership, librarians have changed the world.
Libraries make sure we ain’t been slack’n
Libraries were created as repositories for documents, but through vision and leadership, librarians have changed the world. There is a powerful sequence in the movie Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome … more
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A person of interest
Many of us grew up in an environment where the people we saw and interacted with were never much different than us. Often, our friends and families look like us, sound like us, and even share the … more
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Night sky with the Milky Way over the forest and trees. The last light of the setting Sun on the bottom of the image.
September night sky events
September is one of the best months for night sky viewing and this year it is filled with opportunities. The approaching change from summer to fall means the angle of the Earth to sun and sky is … more
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The next time you are watching the Olympics, or really any great performance, remember that these people all have coaches and mentors who helped them along their journey. Then, take a moment to reach out to the person you are coaching to encourage them and show them support. Reach out to the person coaching you and say thanks for the role they are playing in helping you along your faith journey. 
Coaching for Christ – Pastor's Perspective
Like many of you, I have been watching the Olympics over the past couple of weeks. It has been fun to see the athletes compete and to watch people reach the pinnacle of their sport.  There … more
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The next generation of eggs being laid now will emerge to live nine months and fly 3000 miles to central Mexico. The monarch is totally dependent on the magic milkweed which is the only nursery for each new generation.
Common milkweed coevolved with the monarch
As we reach mid-August day length and solar angle are changing rapidly. These are signals to the monarch butterfly to shift into fall migratory mode. The next generation of eggs being laid now … more
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Give an answer like, “here is a Bible, just read it, it’s all in there”, “just pray about it” or even, just “come to my church and see”. Most likely these people will just walk away, or maybe give it a quick attempt, become quickly overwhelmed and just give up.  They may never try again. 
Drumming up perspective
When I was in high school and college, I played the drums in several bands. We played in churches, coffee shops and other venues. After playing, it was common for people to ask if I could teach them … more
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If that’s not enough, we’re going to get another one-time opportunity in the next few weeks when we see a nova flare to life and fade back. It cycles every 80 years like clockwork; going from being visible only through a telescope to suddenly bursting into one of the brightest stars in the sky. It lasts a few days and then fades back to being too dim to see.
A local nova event is coming soon
This has been a stellar year for astronomy. It has been filled with events we only get to experience once in a lifetime, if at all. We’ve had a total eclipse, seen the northern lights from … more
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By late summer, we all have long-legged grasshoppers in our yards fiddling the night away, eating, and making merry.
Do grasshoppers fiddle the Summer away? [Photo gallery]
By late summer, we all have long-legged grasshoppers in our yards fiddling the night away, eating, and making merry. In Tooele County, just west of Salt Lake City on I-80, the news is full of stories … more
The public’s trust in science pendulum swings from high to low. That level of confidence has been dropping steadily over the last 20 years and took a step dive after the 2020 Pandemic.
In science we don’t all trust
The public’s trust in science pendulum swings from high to low. That level of confidence has been dropping steadily over the last 20 years and took a step dive after the 2020 Pandemic. … more
Good roots bear good fruit.
Roots
Being a pastor or Bible teacher in an agricultural area has great advantages.The Bible is full of agricultural stories and references. Preaching and teaching to people with knowledge of gardening and … more
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Cognitive calisthenics with Rubik
This weekend Erno Rubik will become an octogenarian turning 80 years old. As a young man Rubik was fascinated by design. His room was full of blocks, springs, bands and connecting sticks. This … more
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The expanding knowledge of chemistry has made life better throughout history.
Better living through chemistry
This holiday weekend, if you are spending time at the pool in a swimsuit, you can thank the Dutch East India Company of the 1600s. There is a direct connection between shipping, dealing with … more
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In today’s fast-paced and demanding world, stress has become an almost inevitable part of life. Whether it is related to work, relationships or personal challenges, stress can take a toll on our mental and physical health if not managed properly. One effective tool for managing stress is mindfulness.
A tool for managing stress
In today’s fast-paced and demanding world, stress has become an almost inevitable part of life. Whether it is related to work, relationships or personal challenges, stress can take a toll on … more
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Some of us live in a noisy world of non-stop noise.  Fortunately, cicadas only serenade from mid-morning to late afternoon during the day’s heat. They shut down at night.
Children - what’s that sound?
Unless you’ve been sheltered, we have all prepared for the cicada onslaught. Back in January, news feeds began announcing this spring would see record levels of noisy insects. The … more
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On Monday the eclipse activities will last three hours, but other than peak time it will be slow. The first hour and the last hour are worth checking in on but be social, enjoy the day and the company. 
It’s go time for the eclipse
It’s go-time, the eclipse is now just 48 hours away. The weather forecasts are stabilizing and for April it is looking okay, a normal upside-down forecast with Texas and Oklahoma predicting … more
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"We observe color with cones and use rods for night vision. There is a point where you enter the  Mesopic Zone where eclipse color magic happens. It’s when our eyes have to shift from color to night vision."
Solar eclipse eye safety
It is Easter weekend and those who are out trying to spy hidden eggs and baskets of treats will need good eyesight. The animal you don’t want to challenge to an easter egg hunt is the eagle. … more
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On Monday the eclipse activities will last three hours, but other than peak time it will be slow. The first hour and the last hour are worth checking in on but be social, enjoy the day and the company. 
Lunar topography and the eclipse
Monday, March 25 will be the “Worm Full Moon.” It will be the first lunar eclipse of 2024. Starting at midnight, the Earth’s shadow blocking the sun will begin covering the … more
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