By Staff Writer Judi Weiss

My mother once told someone that if the walls in our house had ears, they would hear a great big laugh. And it’s true. I was born into a family that loves to laugh.

From my older sister, who can make me laugh when I want to cry, to my younger sister, who juts out her chin while doing her flawless impression of Count Olaf, my family is the reason why I laugh.

When my oldest sister was at her graduation ceremony, my then eight-year-old sister was ready for it to be over. When the speaker took a pause in his long speech, my youngest sister jumped to her feet and clapped her hands together. A single clap can make a pretty decent echo in a silent auditorium. (more…)

I admit: Twitter was one of those things I planned to do. After midnight on a half moon during a dental filling when the monsoon blew through my front yard. (more…)

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By RTF Staff Writer Sarah Rupp

I was forced to write this poem for a writing program I was in called Christian Writer’s Guild. Understand, I hate writing poetry. I was nearing the deadline to write my poem and would soon have to send it to my writing mentor. So, on short notice, I decided to write a poem about hating poetry: (more…)

Video Contest for Teens!

How Do You Text It?

Hosted by Real Teen Faith (http://realteenfaith.com/)

Admit it: You’re obsessed with texting. You can text anywhere – especially places you’re not supposed to – like through your book bag in algebra class when you think the teacher isn’t looking. You’ve probably texted in some of the weirdest places and would love to brag about it (and make a little cash while you’re at it). You’re in luck because that’s what this contest is all about! (more…)

By RTF Guest Writer, Andrew Yellis

Big Daddy Weave’s Mike Weaver wants to lose some LBs in 09. He calls it his 90in09 challenge.

Want to lose some LBs of your own. If you go to 90in09, in addition to signing on with “Team Mike” and following Weaver’s progress, fans can also join the health challenge by uploading their own photos and tracking their successes.

Participants will have access to healthy food recipes, exercise techniques and more wellness information. Individuals can further meet the 90 in ‘09 support team including renowned wellness leaders Dr. Asa Andrew, also known as “America’s Health Coach,” and Scott Reall, YMCA Restore Ministries’ founder and executive director.