Prone to Wander

One average Christian's attempt to explore the world through writing. Commentary on daily living, literature, and current events through a Christian worldview; and an attempt to begin challenging discussions for edifying purposes.

Saturday, August 19, 2017

Final Reflections on a Week in South Dakota

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After much delay, here are some final thoughts on our trip to South Dakota: One of the benefits of life in a campground is the general ...

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Friday, August 4, 2017

Reflections on a Week in South Dakota, Part 2: National Character

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With the visiting of Mount Rushmore and several state and national parks, I felt a heightened sense of responsibility to talk about our nat...

Monday, July 31, 2017

Reflections from a Week in South Dakota

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Our family took a week-long trip to South Dakota in July, and I tried to jot down a few thoughts about it when I got back. I've cobble...

Monday, July 17, 2017

A Fridge Full of Wisdom

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A friend of mine has placed the core truths on which their family is built on their refrigerator. Like most families, everyone in the house ...

Wednesday, July 5, 2017

The Right (and Wrong) Kind of Memorable

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There is a moment, or a collection of moments, from a high school baseball game that has stayed with me for longer than the night of the gam...

Wednesday, June 28, 2017

Today's Verdict

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I've been re-reading Ann Lamott's book Bird by Bird the last few days. And I want to write. That's primarily why I picked the b...

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Saturday, June 17, 2017

Summers are for Fathering

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We live a very seasonal life here in the Dykstra household. The life of a teacher always will be, particularly a teacher who coaches a littl...

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Shannon Dykstra: Nora Springs, Iowa, United States; Essential Life Info: - Child of God - Husband to Emily - Father of Elise and Leah - High School Teacher - Writer. Follow me on Twitter @DykstraPTW

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