Monthly Archives: February 2013

One of the thoughts often absent in the quest for equality is that civil rights are a way for all of us to grow. For hundreds of years the majority deprived itself of the culture and insights that were resident … Continue reading →

It is common to hear people talk about retirement as a period of time when there is an absence of responsibilities. Long periods of inactivity, drinking coffee and reading the morning paper from cover to cover. No pressures, no schedules … Continue reading →

A friend who is very ill reminded me that there are few guarantees in life. She said”there is for all of us a “life altering” situation lurking in every life.” “Carpe Diem” was a phrase that she heard in Latin … Continue reading →

It is customary to give up something during the season of Lent.Some give up sweets,or going to the movies, or a host of other enjoyable activities. Obviously these are well intentioned, but I would prefer giving then giving up.Preparation and … Continue reading →

We often refer to either good luck or bad luck in our lives ,but I believe that positive outcomes are achieved by never giving up. There is no venture or goal that is not fraught with challenges .and the ability … Continue reading →

Dr .Paul Stolz believes that there are three categories of persons as they relate to challenges. He states the first group gives up easily and quits. The second group ,the campers ,tries for awhile but after a period of time … Continue reading →

The congress is in the middle of an endless process trying to pass some bill that would deal with violence toward women. It is a sad commentary that literally millions of women live daily in situations where they are verbally … Continue reading →

It is amazing how we store memories in our minds, and they pop up when we least expect them. Many years ago when I was a senior in high school, I was in the midst of a hot batting streak … Continue reading →

There are opportunities or choices in life that cause regrets as time goes by. Some cannot be revised, and they are part of the scar tissue that every person carries .However, there are always some that can go from regrets … Continue reading →