One Time in Paradise

Read along as I take you inside one of my favorite childhood memories. In this experiential narrative, I discuss the lighthearted tradition my grandfather and I had of treating ourselves to a hotdog and an ice-cold Coke after a long day on the golf course.

Favorite Childhood Movies

Movies have always been, and continue to be, among our most entertaining pastimes. The suspension of disbelief is a welcome distraction in the busy world we live in, especially during this past year of the pandemic. We asked MBU students about some of their favorite childhood movies, and this is what they had to say.

Ben Rector Works His “Magic” in Reflective Record

Ben Rector’s album, “Magic,” takes listeners on a close and intimate journey through the phases of life from the dreams of youth to the struggles of adulthood, reflecting on lessons learned along the way. The release focuses on the magic human beings possess and how relationships can shape the course of our lives.

Searching for Empathy in a Child

A child wants to please their parents until they become a teenager, then the parents try to please their child, all because of the fear that one day they may leave. Photo by Chaney Archive Trevor Chaney, at 4 years old, sits in the backseat as he gets dropped off at his grandparents’ house. His […]