RIGHT BESIDE US

The ancient Cherokee Indians practiced a unique rite of passage for a boy transitioning into manhood.

Barney CargileMay 12, 2023Comment

"AHM A-GRUNTIN"

Today’s the day— May 5, 2023. The seventh anniversary of my tenth birthday.

Barney CargileMay 5, 2023 Comments

CONSTRUCTION IN PROGRESS

Billy and Ruth Graham, were driving through a town when road construction brought traffic to a halt. As they waited

Barney CargileApril 28, 2023Comment

GOD AND GOLDFINCHES

Outside our bedroom window, we’ve positioned several bird feeders. Each day as Linda rests in bed,

Barney CargileApril 21, 2023 Comments

ARE WE THERE YET?

Even as your minivan backs out of the driveway, you hear the question. A whine emanates from the backseat

Barney CargileApril 14, 2023 Comment

NOT ALLOWED TO DIE

In 2008, the mayor of a village in southwest France threatened residents with severe punishment if they died, because there is no room left in the crowded cemetery to bury them.

Barney CargileApril 7, 2023 Comment

GOD'S CRACK-POTS

An ancient fable tells of a servant who drew water each morning for his master. Carrying two large pots

Barney CargileMarch 31, 2023Comment

DISGUISED AS STRUGGLES

Poor Joe. He grew up in a Middle Eastern country, and his childhood was a nightmare. His brothers

Barney CargileMarch 24, 2023Comment