When we hear the word “creative” most people automatically think of the arts—musicians, painters, writers, sculptors, etc. We have all heard those who say, “I’m not creative” because they don’t feel that they have the skills or ability to create beautiful works of art or write music for symphonies or have voices capable of winning singing contests. But the reality is that if we can imagine new things, processes, systems, constructs, solutions or ideas that do not currently exist, we are..
Courage. How does it exist without faith? I’ve never understood where courage could come from if not from God Almighty. We aren’t born with an innate ability to overcome..
I depended on Wikipedia for this information. I suppose if I were younger, I would have consulted ChatGPT or a similar artificial intelligence medium.
There is a saying attributed to St. Augustine that lingers in my thinking. It has come to mind multiple times in the past several months as many I know are struggling to..
One of my core beliefs comes from a Haitian Proverb: "The Neighborhood is the Family."
I might as well just come right out and say it--sometimes I am a grumpy Christian. For the most part, no one knows except God, who is, sadly, all too aware. My face to..
Character. Conscience. Consequence. Courage. Everyone loves a good alliteration--the consistent sound of one letter followed by different combinations which help to link..
I look at the wonderful clock that my very grown daughter supplied for Christmas, 2024 and I smile at the thought of this child of mine--now in her 60’s. I nod to the..
As last year’s calendar comes down from the side of the refrigerator to be replaced with a new one, I reflect on this ritual that honors the passage of time. In this..
Standing at the front of the church, a young couple takes their vows and soon the recessional music signals their new journey as wife and husband has begun. I can recall..
