Ricky Rap is a list of 10 thoughts and offerings from Niagara’s own Rick Mills. Retired from more than 30 years of management in the steel industry, he continues pastoral ministry here in town. Ricky Rap, he says, is intended to help us to believe in and laugh at ourselves.
1. I think hugs are good for the soul.
2. I'm a hugger.
3. She isn't.
4. At times I try and hold a hug for 10 seconds.
5. Recently patted me on the back mid hug.
6. Me: I'm not Tia. (our dog)
7. Her: Oh, I do this to Tia.
8. Proceeds to rub my back.
9. We belly laughed.
10. A merry heart is good for the soul too.