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Author Archives: jwfisch
On the move
The Lord had said to Abram [his name was later changed to Abraham], “Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you.” Genesis 12:1 Abraham was a pioneer. He was told to pack up all his … Continue reading
Pioneering in the twenty-first century
Covered wagon breakdowns? Rough terrain? Blinding snow storms? Robberies? Indian attacks? Is that what we’re talking about in the twenty-first century? No, but we are talking about venturing into the unknown against the odds of our culture like a rapidly … Continue reading
‘What Can I Do For You?’
So here I am, fiddling with words in the only language I know. I feel that there has to be some way to further refine what I want to say, and then write it. If each time I hit the … Continue reading
Every Grain of Sand
In the fury of the moment I can see the Master’s hand In every leaf that trembles, and in every grain of sand – Bob Dylan Okay, I officially declare this Bob Dylan Week … Continue reading
The reluctant messenger
“Surrender your crown on this blood-stained ground; take off your mask” is one of the most powerful lines Dylan has ever written. And I won’t argue with the fact that, now that the mask is off, the naked man underneath … Continue reading
Dylan — What Happened?
Marti and I have been enjoying a book given to me by our good friend Dave titled Dylan — What Happened?. The author is Paul Williams, late rock and roll journalist who created Crawdaddy!, the first national US magazine of … Continue reading
Right now
Here is a question that, taken seriously, should infuse meaning into all we do: Why am I meant to be alive right now?
Always Christmas
So in the long saga of our magnificent Christmas tree this year, how long can we let it grace our living room before they send in the psych squad? Of course nothing says we couldn’t leave it up all year, … Continue reading
What’s under your branches?
It’s January 16, and our Christmas tree is still casting its warm glow across our living room. The reluctance to take it down isn’t just a matter of logistics; it’s a testament to the magnificence of the tree itself. In … Continue reading
Great expectations
Well, the first week of 2024 is now history and Marti and I are carrying great expectations for this coming year. It’s going to be a challenge because there is much in my life telling me to ease up. You’re … Continue reading
John Fischer The Catch 