Inspiring Men Archives - Daily Encouragement

An Unlikely Homeschool Dad

6 Oct

Notgrass History is a member of an organization of businesses that provide curriculum and services for homeschooling families. Ray and I always enjoy its annual conference. Last year it was cancelled due to COVID. This year we were looking forward to being there with our son and his family. However, ... View Post

One Mama’s Longing

5 Oct

I was in my last year of college when future senator Lamar Alexander first ran for governor of Tennessee against Ray Blanton. In the only debate I have ever participated in, I supported Alexander and my opponent supported Blanton before a campus audience of about 100. At the end of the session, ... View Post

Songs and Faith

30 Sep

I am very excited to tell you about an upcoming, faith-filled documentary scheduled to air on PBS in 19 states and 33 markets in October and November. Dates vary depending on your local PBS station. Last night I found this article that tells when it is airing in various places (I encourage you to ... View Post

Prayer, a President, and Passing It On

16 Aug

Ray and I had lunch yesterday on the patio of our town's new Mexican restaurant. Our server introduced himself as Abel and then said playfully that thankfully he doesn't have a brother named Cain. I later asked him if he lived locally. He told me that he lives in a town nearby and drives 20 minutes ... View Post

Daddy, the Glory of His Daughter

9 Aug

Today would have been Daddy's 90th birthday. I've learned to live and to feel joyful without his hugs and smiles, but while I'm on Earth, I'll never stop missing my Daddy, who died suddenly when he was only 72. I wish I could call him. I wish I could visit him. I wish he could give one of his wet, ... View Post

Honor for Three Special Men on Memorial Day

31 May

On this Memorial Day, I pay tribute to the three men close to me who served in the military during World War II and the Korean War. All Americans owe a debt of gratitude to men who have served honorably in the armed forces. I owe an additional debt of gratitude to these men: my Daddy, my Uncle Jerry ... View Post