The line was longer than usual. Three people stood in front of me; careful to keep at least 6-feet of space between us. Their faces reflected irritation. Obs...

A NOTE FROM LUANN In this time of uncertainty in our world, might there be an invitation to reflect on the source of our hope and how we live as followers of...

“Your plane’s delayed,” the airline employee said. It wasn’t the first time I’ve heard those words. I’m sure it won’t be the last. When I was younger, delaye...

What are five years of your life worth? A study from the Daily Mail, revealed we waste years of our lives worrying. Their research shows the average person f...

I don’t understand. It doesn’t make sense. It isn’t right. How could she do that? What was he thinking? How could they? These questions that come to mind as ...

Do you find it difficult to focus? Are you distracted? How’s your concentration? Are you struggling with work? Is your sleep disturbed? And what about this q...

You can pretty much guarantee that each morning two things happen with me. My eyes open and I make coffee (not necessarily in that order). But can I guarante...

Her instructions were clear. Her cute British accent was sophisticated—and confident. I listen and trust her, often. That day was different. A significant—ea...

It happens more frequently as we age. It wasn’t as noticeable when I was in my 20’s, 30’s, or 40’s. But lately, I’m more aware of how time appears to be pass...

Here’s to a New Year, a new beginning, and new opportunities! There’s something about a fresh start that inspires hope. I hope that things can be different, ...

"It's not working!” “We’re stuck.” “My routine is monotonous and boring.” “I hope 2020 will be better than in 2019!” “How did I allow myself to add 20-pounds...

Loneliness is a familiar feeling to me. I was the youngest in my home. The age difference between my brothers and me was significant enough that it naturally...

Here’s a question for you. Do you open your Christmas gifts before Christmas day? When I was a boy, our Christmas Tree was set up and decorated shortly after...

As a child, cleaning my room was not one of my favorite things to do. It wasn’t that I purposefully ignored my mother’s request, but I was distracted by othe...

The light was faint. It seemed distant, barely identifiable. It was a troubling time. People were over-taxed and under-paid. It was impossible to escape wars...

Releasing the past is hard for many of us. Some leaves in our history are beautiful. We want to cling to those beautiful memories...

Are you worried? Should you be? Worry is familiar to each of us! Loving parents worry about their children. Business owners worry at times about decreasing ...

Who wounded you? If you can’t identify an individual who treated you unkindly, or who has in some way hurt you — intentionally or not — you are a fortunate p...

Less is more! So says the “minimalist.” Today, “minimalism” has branched beyond the mediums of art and music. It is a growing trend that challenges materiali...

Shame is a weight too heavy to carry! Failures, disgrace, embarrassment, social rejection, ridicule, — even dishonor, are common feelings for most of us. I’m...