Overjoyed to be Right Here, Right Now

June 1, 2014 Joey Cope 6

I’ve spent a good number of hours with my husky-wolf, Togo. Never have I ever had him communicate anything to me other than “I am overjoyed to be right here, right now . . . with you!” As we begin a morning walk and get to the end of the [read more]

Bad Fashion Choices

May 22, 2014 Joey Cope 0

Have you ever wondered what changes Michael Jackson made after he sang his #1 hit song, Man in the Mirror? The song, written by Glen Ballard and Siedah Garrett, shares the experience of looking around, seeing needs, and then making the commitment to bring change. The song speaks of hungry children, [read more]

The Perfect Father’s Day Gift

June 13, 2013 Joey Cope 0

Through the years, men have made great deposits in the emotional banks of their families by pretending to really like what their daughters and sons give them for Father’s Day. “A tie! How thoughtful!” “A magnetic screwdriver! And it’s even a different color from last year’s!” And people around us [read more]

The Problem with the Public Debate of Sin

March 28, 2013 Joey Cope 56

For some time, I have been troubled over the way that we, as a society and as individuals, approach conflict. Civil discourse has given way, in large part, to guerrilla-like tactics and all-out war in the very halls that once were a symbol of maturity and civility. The following post flows [read more]

My Place on the Corner

November 29, 2012 Joey Cope 1

My backpack leans against my thigh. Standing now for what seems hours, the bent metal frame presses into my gaunt flesh. It hurts. But it’s a pain that reminds me that I’m still here. Still standing. Still waiting. People look at me and read my sign, then look away. I [read more]