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There are some things only time can teach you. I know we don’t want to believe that anymore with our vast ‘knowledge’ and access to instant information via the internet and so many connected devices. Yet, there is a difference between informational knowledge and wisdom. By now, most of us understand that having all the right information won’t produce a …
The role of ‘Father’ has been under attack for quite some time. That is not to say women and mothers have not been mistreated or under appreciated; certainly they have. But, there seems to be a clear understanding in our culture that the nurturing and tenderness of a mother is absolutely essential in the life of a child. However, especially …
I learned this morning that my paternal grandmother passed away in the early hours of the day. It was not entirely unexpected as her health had been waning in the past weeks. My mind is flooded with memories, buried treasures from the past that seem to become unearthed in moments like these. It is bittersweet. My ‘Nana’ will be missed …
Fashion and art, much like politics, are almost always downstream of culture. They only reflect the attitudes and worldview of the population, they don’t create those attitudes initially. It’s how style becomes trendy or how a public figure becomes popular; they aren’t saying something new, they’re putting words and giving expression to the prevailing feelings and spirit of the age. …
Things are not always as they appear to be. The same could be said of many people. One of my all-time favorite books is ‘The Pilgrim’s Progress’ by John Bunyan. Written over 300 years ago, the book is as relevant and impacting now, as it was then. Bunyan wrote the story as a Pastor in prison for sharing the Word …
How well do you respond to situations in life? Many of us have a strong sense of responsibility depending on our upbringing and life circumstances. Even for those that may be a little more ‘loosy-goosey’ there is an understanding that certain situations demand action more than others, even if simply out of a sense of duty. However, beyond our sense …