Charlels Dickens could well be talking about today in his opening to A Tale of Two Cities: It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was [...]
The thread’s strength depends on the "seers" willingness to look, to gaze in wonder at the ordinariness filling the spaces we inhabit. Merriam-Webster defines mundane as "relating to or characteristic of the world; practical, ordinary." The repetitive, daily activities like washing dishes, mowing the lawn, or driving to [...]
I see trees of green because, despite hate and chaos, there is still wonder and joy. My last post ended 2025 with a message of hope, hidden hope, but hope all the same. The first days of 2026 have unfolded in ways I never thought possible as an [...]
The last days of 2025 draw to a close. What a year! I cling to a phrase I came across five years ago while the pandemic separated us, and we lived with uncertainty. Hope will not be canceled! * Indeed, with hope we “cherish a desire with anticipation.” [...]
I don’t know anyone who would argue against kindness. Without imperative data, I would guess that if you ask a random sampling of people in your local supermarket, they will all agree on the value of kindness. Then, at least one of those individuals might give a loud [...]
I’ve heard more than once that the answer to many of life’s problems, large or small, can benefit from one simple activity. Need to lift your spirits? Take a walk. Looking for a new idea? Take a walk. Want to reduce the risk of dementia? Take a walk. I’ve [...]
Life is full of milestones. Births, weddings, reunions, and the list goes on. This weekend, our family celebrated two such milestones: a college graduation for one and turning twenty-one for another. Both big moments filled with gifts, cheers, and family dinners, all held tightly in place with one [...]
I have never accomplished anything entirely on my own. Family, friends, and sometimes people I don’t know played a role in supporting my efforts. You read stories of how individuals overcame obstacles, pulling themselves by their proverbial “bootstraps.” Yes, we must take the first step and possess some self-motivation. [...]
Whenever I feel adrift, I clutch the lifesaver of memories and can’t help but smile. My favorite? Any meal with the people I love and cherish. "So much of what is best in us is bound up in our love of family, that it remains the measure of our [...]
“I think that I will never see A poem lovely as a tree.” I’m crazy about trees. Always have been. As a child, I held a fascination for their strong limbs and green leaves. High above, you can hide from the world. I think I could use a sturdy [...]
