Atheism and a lottery ticket have something in common. A lottery ticket can make you dream of millions, while atheism reminds you of what you will lose. Many of us live like atheists, even when we believe in God. God doesn’t have much to do with our lives, and it’s not for want of trying. …
Remodeling a kitchen is usually not a do-it-yourself project. Fixing broken appliances and installing plumbing are things some people do. Many of us don’t attempt these repairs for apparent reasons. Tradespeople are fortunate. They deal with known visible quantities. If a plank of wood doesn’t fit, wishing the problem away will not make it the …
Joe’s backyard burgers are the best! They’re so juicy and yet crusty on the outside, too. The barbecue needs work. It’s rickety and a little on the rusty side, and the grill was only scraped and not cleaned properly. But Joe knows how to flatten those burgers just right, so as the hamburger fat hits …