(Updated and reposted from original dated February 10, 2022) One of the things that makes man so unique is his ability to create something out of anything. No animal on our planet has ever created a medium of exchange, such as money, or shopping malls to buy things that someone else designed and created, or… Continue reading creativity – the necessary human gift…
Tag: being human
it is real, or is it…part two of two part series
This post came about because of an experience doing research this week. What came of it caused me to rethink the value of researching anything on the internet…This discussion is not really relevant with about 90% of the online information. But if it is a topic, such as diet and physical health, mental health, or… Continue reading it is real, or is it…part two of two part series
churlishness…
(Reposted to restore missing link from other published posts.) churlishness: 1. Like or pertaining to a churl. Rude; ill-bred; surly; austere; sullen; rough in temper; uncivil. Selfish; narrow-minded; avaricious (Century Dictionary, online, February 28, 2022) What determines a person’s character? In a previous blog, I discussed character building. When you encounter a person, you can tell what… Continue reading churlishness…
times moves quickly…
(Reposted to restore missing link from other published posts.) Time moves so quickly At its own varied pace. Sometimes it seems like forever Until you see your face. The wrinkles that begin to show Where yesterday were none, And pains in places never known You’d really rather shun. But time becomes so precious When you… Continue reading times moves quickly…
why manners are important…
(Reposted to restore missing link from other published posts.) Why manners are important. I began to question that concept as I stared at my daughter. In her 30’s, she had slumped down over her food and was busy shoveling it in, arm leaning on the table, tablet in hand. Her kids were busy chatting up… Continue reading why manners are important…
evil exists for our sanctification…
(Reposted to restore missing link from other published posts.) Sometimes, the level of affliction we undergo is a Grace. It teaches us to let go of self and become totally, wholly dependent on God. Perfect acceptance of all things. Always. It is the key to the attainment of perfect inner peace. If we lean on… Continue reading evil exists for our sanctification…
rules…
The concept of rules are very much maligned in today’s society. They are seen as cumbersome, intrusive, divisive, and even prohibitive to freedoms. But are they? What are rules? Imagine playing a game of chess where there were no rules. No one knew what it took to win or lose. And everyone decided to play… Continue reading rules…
am I a hypocrite…
Am I a hypocrite? Are you? How can you tell? This article addresses the need to recognize our own shortcomings, accept them, and be willing to change.
it’s okay to slow down…
After 20 years of working in corporate headquarters, I didn’t realize the pressure that I had been experiencing for so long. By my last year, I had reached a point of burnout that is almost indescribable. I snapped at every little sound. Sleeping through the night was impossible. Eating was a chore; fixing meals was… Continue reading it’s okay to slow down…
the encounter…
The grasp, the rush, the thrill of the moment; The hate, the fury, the frustration, the love; The peace, the angst, the disdaining, the joy; The anger, the patience, the Grace from above. What at present seems unbearable For Eternity will remain; Remember each one abided, Your relationship retain. Learn now to be reconciled For… Continue reading the encounter…