Author Archives: S. J. Tagliareni

A funeral service in reality is a classroom setting about life. Yesterday at John Curran’s memorial Mass point after point was driven home about the meaning and legacy of life. The number of persons who traveled from near and far … Continue reading →

Thanksgiving should be more than a national holiday. It should be something that daily reminds us of the gifts and treasures that are part of our lives. Remembering those who touched our lives who will no longer be at the … Continue reading →

For many persons there is a deep belief that there is life after death. However, there are probably as many who believe that when death comes it is the total end of life with nothing after. One thing I know … Continue reading →

It never ceases to amaze me that any act of kindness seems to have a boomerang effect. A kind word or gesture that seems so insignificant at the time it is given often has lasting meaning. Over and over I … Continue reading →

When you throw a pebble into a lake the ripples from that tiny piece of stone go on and replicate the initial movement in the water. My friend Colleen Welsh died yesterday ,and her life was similar to the pebble … Continue reading →

One of the real hurdles to taking risks is the pervasive feelings of failure.I was not overly burdened with”what will the neighbors think”response to every attempt to do something different ,but many live with this cloak that prevents opportunities. Your … Continue reading →

Again in a flash I was reminded of how valuable each day is and seizing the now is not just a slogan. We all know that the unexpected may be in the next moment, so every dream and desire should … Continue reading →

My dear friend Colleen suffered a massive stroke on Tuesday and her life is now in the balance. She was one of those people who went unnoticed by many, but anyone who truly knew her realized what a great human … Continue reading →

Part of being human is the reality of worrying. We worry about our finances, our health, our loved ones and a host of other concerns. There are times when the worries overwhelm us, and it can deplete us of energy … Continue reading →

There are always in the news opinions about teachers and schools. Often the articles are negative and make teaching appear to be an easy life with many holidays and summers off. I would contend that teaching is one of the … Continue reading →