I remember the last episode I ever watched of The Simpsons many years ago. The crass cartoon family was very popular when I was younger and somehow permeated pop culture with their quips and characters. Though it probably wasn’t the best of entertainment choices, I certainly got a kick out of their craziness. On this occasion the Simpson family all …
Finding Friends In A Lonely World
I believe friendship is one of God’s greatest gifts to humanity. A person with a good friend is rich beyond measure. However, in a world full of self-indulgence and the worship of personal preference it can be hard to find and foster good friendships. To be a good friend is truly antithetical to the current world order in the modern …
Wrestling With Your Will
Will power is a fascinating topic to explore. Some people have a whole lot of it whereas others may not have as much. Some will have their will focused in certain areas of their lives and others are directed in a completely separate area. There are those that believe our lives are directed solely by our will and yet others …
Can You Thrive in Obscurity?
What if the most profound thing you accomplish in your life is to help someone else be great? At first gloss this can seem noble and inspiring and certainly, it is!. But think about the reality of it for a moment once the shine wears off a bit? Your greatest contribution will be to work hard at something you love …
I Was The New Kid
The seasons are changing and school is back in session. Each year as I hear the brakes on the school bus squeak as they trek through the neighborhood I remember my childhood. I moved a lot as a child. I don’t mean that I was active (I was) but that I physically changed locations, houses, and schools a lot growing …
Is Anybody Listening?
We live in the sharing age. There is so much content being shared at such a dizzying pace. Culture has unleashed the power of sharing what is on our minds through unlimited channels of expression that can now be consumed all over the world, instantly! For all of this share power it is no wonder people are feeling more isolated, …