A Dragonfly Summer
This summer it is likely you, as I, will spend time near water—a lake, pond, or river. In doing so we will inevitably witness one…
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Lessons from the Animal Shelter
When I retired from a long career in higher education, I looked forward to exploring new interests and opportunities, including volunteering for the causes I…
Spirit in the Wind
In January of this year our family of nine people rented a condo on The Strand in Oceanside, California. Upon arrival, we all put our…
What’s the Point?
Society is aging fast. Right now, 17 percent of the American population (56 million people) is age 65 and over, compared to just four percent…
I Remember It Well
We have been married for 57 years and there is one thing that has remained constant over the years and, in fact, is taking place…
The Power of Old Friends
Friendship is important at every stage of our lives. Maybe that’s why, for centuries, it has been an important theme in popular literature, from William…
Proven Benefits Of Gratitude
Gratitude may be one of the most overlooked tools that we all have access to every day. Cultivating gratitude doesn’t cost any money and it…
Practical Tips to Achieve a Positive Mindset
The “power of positive thinking” is a popular concept, and sometimes it can feel a little cliché. But the physical and mental benefits of positive…
…And Wonder Grows
As life on this planet takes me into 80 years plus, I find myself facing the inevitable: I am slowing down. Know the feeling? We…
Financially Investing with Spiritual Values in Mind
Many individuals have spiritual values that guide their decision-making and shape their beliefs. But how do those values play out when it comes to investing?…