Opinion
Some circumstances are uncontrollable
Ever had something that bothered you so much it woke you up a couple of times during the night? I have. Following one such night, ...
Ronny Michel, Author at L'Observateur
Opinion
Overcoming the past and living life forward
A recent conversation with a new friend left me with a thought-provoking analogy. During a season when he met with people seeking freedom from addiction, ...
by Ronny Michel, Wednesday, May 24, 2023 12:57 pm
Opinion
Being grateful for the years gone by & welcoming the ones to come
When my daughter Victoria was five years old, she told everyone she was six. I corrected her, and she ran to her sister pleading, ...
by Ronny Michel, Thursday, May 18, 2023 12:12 pm
Opinion
Mothers are a blessing
I’ve been blessed with five children and am now in the wonderful stage of grandchildren. For me, motherhood is the most challenging role of my ...
by Ronny Michel, Wednesday, May 10, 2023 11:40 pm
Opinion
Making sure there is power where needed
My daughter Elise and her husband David designed the plan for their new home, trying to make every detail fit their lifestyle and family’s needs. ...
by Ronny Michel, Thursday, May 4, 2023 4:46 am
Opinion
Giving up burdens to find peace
“Monique, have you planned any trips to the bay?” My son-in-law’s grandfather owns a house in Bay St. Louis, and I often tag along with ...
by Ronny Michel, Thursday, April 27, 2023 9:13 am
Opinion
Blessings multiplied many times over
I’m in the process of turning crawfish and vegetables from a boil into soup. I love finding leftovers! My children used to groan at ...
by Ronny Michel, Wednesday, April 12, 2023 1:22 am
Opinion
The sacrifice for our sins to be forgiven
Whether it’s the weather fluctuation in the past few weeks, the increased amount of babysitting I’ve done for grandchildren, or the chauffeuring of the grandchildren ...
by Ronny Michel, Wednesday, April 5, 2023 9:38 am
Opinion
Sins pointed out, but forgiven
Family history and my early years without sunscreen have resulted in several precancerous areas of my skin requiring attention. Liquid nitrogen is applied to freeze ...
by Ronny Michel, Wednesday, March 29, 2023 9:36 am
Opinion
Are my deeds hot or cold?
Some parts of the Bible are easy for me to understand, although sometimes challenging to practice. Verses such as “Do not worry,” “Forgive one another,” ...