To resolve or not to resolve, that is the question…
To paraphrase Shakespeare, “To resolve or not to resolve, that is the question.” It’s the New Year, and many of us face this recurring ritual with less than enthusiasm! “Firmness of resolve” has a tough time again the” stubbornness of the unresolved.” So if goals make you miserable, eliminate the misery! No one “has […]
“Tis the season…
Much has been made of the human perspective on Jesus’ birth story. A baby, born to a poor couple in a small country occupied by a foreign army, grows up to heal the sick, spread a message of love and faith, and become one of the most revered and influential men in history. This […]
What do we do when tragedy strikes?
NEWTOWN, CONNECTICUT This weekend, with our awareness of Friday’s horrific tragedy in Newtown, has been one of sorrow and bewilderment. It’s difficult to understand not only “How could this happen” but “Why?” Whatever happened to the silver lining? Being able to provide meaning to adversity is an essential part of recovering. This usually involves finding a […]
Doing small things with great love…
One of my favorite book titles is… ” Old Age is Contagious, But You Don’t Have To Catch It.” And it reminds us that we can throw away the calendar as an authority. Even medical doctors agree that aging is a completely individual process. They divide age into two separate categories; chronological age […]
An Irish Christmas Experience?
What fun it was to attend the live concert of The Irish Rovers while I was visiting my sister over in the Seattle area this last week. The group began in Canada, were immigrants from Northern Ireland, and then headed down to the states. They soared to the top of the pop and country charts with “Wasn’t […]