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Author: wally metts

Wally Metts is the daysman. He is a professor of English and communication at Spring Arbor University and co-pastors Falling Waters Bible Church. The father of four adult children, he and his wife Katie raise barn cats on 20 acres in Horton, Michigan. His grandchildren call him Santa.

a walk on the beach

June 8, 2019June 7, 2019 wally metts5 Comments

Katie and I spent a few days in Myrtle Beach last week, part of our ongoing anniversary celebration. 45 years today. Katie has, as I’ve indicated recently, a deep interest in health and exercise, although she also has an intense interest in tea. She carries her own tea bags when we go out to eat—but… Continue reading a walk on the beach →

Posted in marriage, poetryTagged anniversary, grand strand, myrtle beach

3 ways to honor your mentors

June 6, 2019 wally metts2 Comments

Each teacher or mentor has cast a shadow on our lives. What should we do?

Posted in education, teachingTagged coach, influence, mentor, teacher

3 things to do right after you graduate

May 22, 2019May 23, 2019 wally mettsLeave a comment

Graduation is about the thoughtful stewardship of your gifts and potential.

Posted in celebration, faithTagged class of 2019, commencement, graduation

what pilgrims do

May 20, 2019 wally mettsLeave a comment

“Come bless the Lord all you servants of the Lord” is both invitation and command.

Posted in Nepal, pilgrimage, psalmsTagged psalms of ascent, thanksgiving

8 tips for your first job. and your next one.

May 16, 2019May 16, 2019 wally metts1 Comment

Graduates face an environment with high demands complicated by low expectations. How to succeed?

Posted in communication, educationTagged anxiety, career, first job, job tips, kayla williamson, leah rose, wsj

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