I have the somewhat unique disposition of being a “social introvert.” This may sound like a contradiction in terms. But I have long known that I can be both introverted, that is, shy, reserved and thoughtful, as well as being attracted to join groups. This combination, odd as it may sound, has also guided how I have experienced my first year of retirement. I have done my own share of reflecting and quietly contemplating the course of my life and career. Retirement has provided this opportunity..
When my new primary physician sought an answer to my question about a new medication, it took her only 45 seconds to find an explanation.
“If you’d come today, you could have reached a whole nation, Israel in 4 BC had no mass communication.” Jesus Christ Superstar Tim Rice & Andrew Lloyd Webber
Technology—there are days when we can’t live with it. But neither can we live without it. For most of us, there are likely to be twinges of feelings of frustration and..
Frederick Buechner died this week. If I correspond with you in matters not related to my job, you’ll see that part of my “personal” signature is a quote from him...
For 20 years, the program known as ON BEING was my frequent companion on long drives.
How did they do it? Really, how did they? How did a handful of Christ’s followers 2000 years ago start a movement based Christ’s teachings? Teachings of forgiveness,..
In the words of Brene Brown, we are wired for connection. As human beings, even those of us who understand ourselves as being introverts, need connections with others in..
My plan was well organized, thoughtful and simple. After my husband died, I moved into an independent living arrangement in a large facility for seniors. My apartment..
As an unrepentant liberal arts major, I am often drawn to various esoteric topics across a broad range of interests. This may be part of why a friend once affectionately..
