Good morning everyone, There are certain concepts which are so plain and obvious that we never give them a second thought. As toddlers we learn the directions “up” and “down.” “Up” is toward the sky and “down” is at our feet. Who would ever think otherwise? Yet, isn’t it intriguing to imagine a world where…
Good morning everyone: How are the new year’s resolutions faring? Are you still on track with the new exercise regimen, the more nutritious diet, and the plan to take control of clutter around the house once and for all? The start of a new year is a good time to take stock of your life…
Good morning everyone, Now what? Has the post-Christmas “letdown” hit you yet? It’s been said, “After the message comes the mess.” After all the preparation, anticipation, and celebration, it’s not surprising that these days after Christmas may seem long and dreary in comparison. Life quickly reverts back to its normal routine. Problems and decisions we…
Good morning everyone, How much do you spend on someone’s Christmas gift? That depends, doesn’t it? For the person who delivers your newspaper, it might be a $10 gift card for McDonalds. For a husband or wife or child, it could be much more. After all, we know them better. We have a strong bond…
Good morning everyone, It’s called “irrational exuberance.” It means being overly optimistic and joyful when there is no reason for it. It’s sliding off an icy highway into a snowy ditch and telling your wife, “This is great!” It’s having more chores, assignments, or appointments added to an already packed week, and telling a friend,…
Good morning everyone: Maybe you’ve seen it. In the wake of the latest mass shooting, the bold headline in the New York Daily News states: “God isn’t fixing this!” The paper goes on to condemn those who offer prayers as substituting meaningless platitudes for concrete action. We know, of course, that God is almighty and…
Good morning everyone, Christmas is coming! It’s hardly surprising, late-breaking news. Who doesn’t know that? Long before black Friday, stores were promoting Christmas sales. Decorations have been up around town for weeks. Christmas songs are everywhere on the radio. Everyone knows it’s coming, but what does this pre-Christmas season really mean? For some it’s a…
Good morning everyone, “Is this all there is?” Think of how often you hear that. You could be at an all-you-can-eat buffet with dozens of menu items from which to choose, and there will still be someone who says, “Is this all?” A child might have a closet full of toys and games, an adult…
Good morning everyone: “Where’s God?” No doubt many are asking that again in the wake of the tragic terrorist attacks in Paris yesterday. People are quick to lay the blame at God’s doorstep. “If He really exists, if He really cares, and if He is really all-powerful, He would do something. Better yet, He wouldn’t…
Good morning everyone, About a year ago I was curious about government healthcare options. I went to the website and compared a few plans and didn’t do anything more. Shortly afterwards, I received the first of many emails encouraging me to sign up and warning that the deadline was quickly approaching. Each subsequent email used…