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Ode to the apple guy
In memory of Paul Smith
Jan 31 • Theresa "Sam" Houghton

November 2025

The Tragedy of FOMO
We're so afraid of missing out that we miss what's most important
Nov 6, 2025 • Theresa "Sam" Houghton

April 2025

To Will and to Do
An encouragement for Christians
Apr 10, 2025 • Theresa "Sam" Houghton

October 2024

On rocks and childhood fantasies
Revisiting the landscape of my youth
Oct 18, 2024 • Theresa "Sam" Houghton
The Bridge
Art as a portal to eternity
Oct 4, 2024 • Theresa "Sam" Houghton

August 2024

The Calling to Excellence: A Response
Musings on creativity, Christianity, and culture
Aug 23, 2024 • Theresa "Sam" Houghton

May 2024

On Writing: An Update
In which I break the silence and muse about the future
May 3, 2024 • Theresa "Sam" Houghton

January 2024

Don't linger. Remember.
Is succumbing to nostalgia unwise?
Jan 27, 2024 • Theresa "Sam" Houghton

November 2023

All we can see is ourselves
Generative AI is bringing us face to face with our own depravity
Nov 20, 2023 • Theresa "Sam" Houghton

August 2023

Lincoln Log Afternoons
Old toys, worn carpets, and unhurried creativity
Aug 7, 2023 • Theresa "Sam" Houghton

July 2023

The Journey Continues is now Sam Writes!
A publication embracing Redemptive Creative Force
Jul 5, 2023 • Theresa "Sam" Houghton

June 2023

On Spiritual Exploration, Letter 5
My final contribution to a correspondence about life paths and unfolding journeys of faith
Jun 16, 2023 • Theresa "Sam" Houghton
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