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MGM Baxters series 2024 by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   March 22, 2024)
Deeply touching emotional dilemmas…
Topics: Arts & Entertainment Attitudes Faith Family Media Popular Culture Relationships Television


A Close Call and then the Creation by Garrison Keillor


(My World   January 11, 2024)
I know it's pitifully small-minded of me but I enjoy walking around with a $100 bill in my pocket. It's a token of good luck. A silver dollar used to be a token but luck has undergone inflation…
Topics: Financial Humor Memories Relationships Values


On the Phone with My People by Garrison Keillor


(My World   November 9, 2023)
These are true Minnesotans, stalwarts, stoics, not summer soldiers, and the thought of decamping for the Florida swamps or the Arizona desert is for them something like gender transition or conversion to Zen Lutheranism, something to be postponed…
Topics: Change Character, Integrity Contemplation, Insight Family Memories Relationships


Old Friends by Leona Bergstrom


(Connections   October 7, 2023)
A 1968 song stirs memories and thoughts for today…
Topics: Contemplation, Insight Contentment, Satsifaction Faith Friends & Neighbnors Memories Optimal Aging Relationships


Children Who Marry Their Parents by James N. Watkins


(Connections   August 11, 2023)
The psychology of courtship…
Topics: Choices and Decision Making Family Love Psychology, Psychological Health Relationships Research


Reflections on Fatherhood by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   June 24, 2023)
Greg shares poignant memories triggered by a photo…
Topics: Faith Family Father's Day Holidays Love Memories Parenting, Parents Relationships


The Four Most Important Words to Say in a Dysfuctional Organization by Richard Bergstrom


(Connections   June 3, 2023)
Everything about the organization was crazy-making…
Topics: Communication Coping Dysfunctional, Broken Relationships


A Memorable Day by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   May 30, 2023)
Remembering my Memorial Day wedding …
Topics: Faith Grace Love Memories Relationships


A Plate of Rigatoni with Friends by Garrison Keillor


(Connections   March 30, 2023)
True friendship means not feeling obliged to impress each other and so we don't. . . .we see that we're all in the same boat, the equality of old age prevails. Health is what matters, not money, not prestige…
Topics: Attitudes Communication Contentment, Satsifaction Family Memories Optimal Aging Relationships


Women Talking Movie by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   March 13, 2023)
Sex, religion, #MeToo
Topics: Abuse and Addiction Arts & Entertainment Coping Faith Movies Relationships Social Issues


The Old Man's Lecture: Manners (Boring) by Garrison Keillor


(My World   March 2, 2023)
It was a beautiful little scene of civility…
Topics: Civility Communication Relationships Social Issues Travel


I Am Giving Up Anger, So Should You by Garrison Keillor


(Connections   January 26, 2023)
I am trying to give up anger. It’s poisonous and it has no effect other than to make the angerer feel bad and perhaps do something truly stupid…
Topics: Advice, Guidance & Mentoring Attitudes Character, Integrity Communication Optimal Aging Relationships


Father Time Advises a Brown-Eyed Girl by Garrison Keillor


(Connections   January 19, 2023)
Emily, God bless your idealism and the hard work required, but there has to be joy too. Nothing good can be accomplished without joy. I think Emerson said that. If not, he should’ve…
Topics: Advice, Guidance & Mentoring Crime, Justice, Punishment Hopes & Dreams Optimal Aging Relationships Social Issues


A Rainy December Day, Long Thoughts Therein by Garrison Keillor


(Connections   December 15, 2022)
I saw the phrase 'friendship recession' in a headline last week, which has a musical swing to it but refers to growing social isolation…
Topics: COVID-19 Friends & Neighbnors Loneliness Relationships Social Issues Trends


A Dad's Tribute to His Daughters by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   October 1, 2022)
An ode to my three princesses…
Topics: Faith Family Relationships Tribute, Testimony


With Thoughts of My Dad by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   June 18, 2022)
From the time I was three I wanted to be like my dad…
Topics: Character, Integrity Family Father's Day Holidays Memories Relationships Tribute, Testimony


LGBTQ(IA+) and B-I-B-L-E by James N. Watkins


(Connections   June 3, 2022)
At the beginning of Pride Month, Jim revisits the issue of gender identity and what the Bible (not religious groups) says about it…
Topics: Attitudes Beliefs Bible Civility God Jesus Racism and Inequality Relationships Social Issues Social Movements


Kindness: You Look and You'll See It by Garrison Keillor


(Connections   May 6, 2022)
Finding kindness in the face of showboating righteousness…
Topics: Animals Comfort & Consolation Family Relationships


Enough of That, Let's Talk About Happiness by Garrison Keillor


(Connections   April 21, 2022)
To create laughter out of ordinary tedium is a privilege. There’s nothing better.…
Topics: Communication Contentment, Satsifaction Humor Relationships


Forget About Nut Cases, Let's Talk About What's Real by Garrison Keillor


(Connections   April 14, 2022)
There’s a lot of gossip and envy and animosity out there, don’t kid yourself, so all the more reason to hold fast to your friends…
Topics: Communication Family Optimal Aging Relationships


I Am Alone, Please Let Me Tell You About It by Garrison Keillor


(My World   March 24, 2022)
Every happily married man should experience loneliness on a regular basis so he can gauge his own happiness…
Topics: Circumstances, Life Events Contemplation, Insight Lifestyle, General Loneliness Relationships


Skating Together by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   February 12, 2022)
Pairs skating is not just for the Winter Olympic Games…
Topics: Character, Integrity Communication Inspiration Love Metaphors, Life Lessons Relationships Sports


Love, Marriage, Sex . . . by James N. Watkins


(Connections   February 10, 2022)
Jim updates his annual list of top posts, cartoons, and a video for Valentine's Day 2022…
Topics: Communication Compassion Contemplation, Insight Holidays Humor Love Relationships Social Issues Valentine's Day


A Foolproof Recipe for Dealing with the 'Turkeys' in Your Life by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(My World   December 2, 2021)
Dealing with the 'joy thieves' who steal your sense of well-being and rob you of peace of mind…
Topics: Character, Integrity Communication Faith Holidays Holiday Season Memories Relationships Thanks, Thankfulness, Thanksgiving


Show Me the Father Movie by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   September 9, 2021)
You and your father…
Topics: Faith Family Learning Relationships Trust


Two Suggestions for Dealing with So-Called 'Conceited' People by Ken Potts


(Connections   August 28, 2021)
It's a matter of perspective…
Topics: Attitudes Communication Coping Psychology, Psychological Health Relationships


Love the One You're With by Ken Potts


(Connections   August 20, 2021)
Over the life of a marriage, we may become attracted to other people…
Topics: Character, Integrity Choices and Decision Making Circumstances, Life Events Contentment, Satsifaction Discipline Optimal Aging Relationships Risk Values


Ways to Strengthen Your Relationship by Amy Fleming / The Guardian


(Connections   July 30, 2021)
Take nothing for granted, communicate clearly – and say something nice every single day…
Topics: Attitudes Communication Love Relationships


My Father's Hands by Linda Schwartz / Reflections


(Connections   July 8, 2021)
Unleashing a floodgate of memories…
Topics: Character, Integrity Family Father's Day Memories Optimal Aging Parenting, Parents Relationships Values


Sensitive Care from Others Makes Pain Easier to Bear by Ken Potts


(Health & Wellness   June 21, 2021)
Even persons suffering from severe physical trauma or illness have been shown to suffer less pain if medical treatment is accompanied by emotionally sensitive care…
Topics: Communication Compassion Friends & Neighbnors Grace Inspiration Learning Relationships Wellness Wisdom


You're Apologizing All Wrong by Simran Sethi / Life Kit


(Connections   June 19, 2021)
Here's how to say sorry the right way…
Topics: Advice, Guidance & Mentoring Attitudes Character, Integrity Communication Learning Relationships


My Girl Friday by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   June 12, 2021)
A toast to all administrative assistants…
Topics: Relationships Tribute, Testimony Work


A Father's Legacy Movie by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   June 12, 2021)
What was your father like?…
Topics: Choices and Decision Making Faith Family Father's Day Holidays Inspiration Movies Relationships


With Praise to 'St. Arbucks' by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Connections   June 7, 2021)
. . . and the fellowship so many find there…
Topics: Business Communication Coping COVID-19 Faith Friends & Neighbnors History Lifestyle, General Personal Issues Relationships Social Activities


The Best Way to Make New Friends is to Be a Friend by Ken Potts


(Connections   June 5, 2021)
The answer to a pre-teen's question applies to all of us, no matter our age…
Topics: Attitudes Change Communication Friends & Neighbnors Lifestyle, General Relationships Social Activities Wellness


Humble Thoughts on 'Gay Pride' by James N. Watkins


(Connections   June 4, 2021)
June is “Gay Pride” month. So, this month—and every month—I want to honor God and his Word while loving my LGBTQ(IA+) friends…
Topics: Civility Communication Compassion Current Events, News Diversity & Pluralism Faith History Racism and Inequality Relationships Social Issues Social Movements


Sometimes Grandma Gets in Your Face by Barbara Greenleaf


(Connections   May 21, 2021)
A granddaughter is moved from annoyance to laughter…
Topics: Communication Family Grandchildren Humor Parenting, Parents Relationships


Today's Mothers Are Worker Bees by Barbara Greenleaf


(Connections   May 7, 2021)
Moms may feel they are never doing enough, but for many their children beg to differ…
Topics: Circumstances, Life Events Family Holidays Lifestyle, General Mother's Day Parenting, Parents Relationships Trends Work


Shadowbox of the Heart by Linda Schwartz / Reflections


(Connections   May 7, 2021)
A tribute to a mother's life…
Topics: Family Holidays Mother's Day Parenting, Parents Relationships Tribute, Testimony


Communities of Strength by Leona Bergstrom


(Our World   May 6, 2021)
Older Americans Month 2021…
Topics: Lifestyle, General Optimal Aging Relationships


Happy Mother's Day! by James N. Watkins


(Connections   April 30, 2021)
'Faith of Our Mothers,' 'Top ten things my mother taught me' and more of Jim's favorites for moms and parents in general…
Topics: Family Holidays Mother's Day Parenting, Parents Relationships


Coming Out by James N. Watkins


(Connections   April 9, 2021)
My sexual identity crisis…
Topics: Choices and Decision Making Current Events, News Faith Family God Grace Loneliness Loss & Grieving Relationships Social Issues Values


Zooming in On Someone Else by George Garrison


(Connections   April 1, 2021)
A Maundy Thursday look at what the pandemic has done to the way we focus our lives…
Topics: Civility Communication Contemplation, Insight COVID-19 Easter Faith Love Relationships


Finding Their Way by Barbara Greenleaf


(Connections   March 27, 2021)
Young people discovering their place in life. An excerpt from Barbara's teen novel, Good-to-Go Cafe…
Topics: Family Future Grandchildren Hopes & Dreams Learning Opportunity Relationships Work


Is There Such a Thing as Love at First Sight in Real Life? by Ken Potts


(Connections   March 17, 2021)
Successful marriages are a complex mix of factors…
Topics: Circumstances, Life Events Family Holidays Hopes & Dreams Love Relationships Valentine's Day


Happy International Women's Day by James N. Watkins


(Connections   March 8, 2021)
Jim shares his favorite posts celebrating women…
Topics: Faith Family Gratitute Leadership Love Relationships Tribute, Testimony Wisdom


The Gift of Influence by Leona Bergstrom


(Connections   March 5, 2021)
Every woman has a story to tell…
Topics: Communication Inspiration Optimal Aging Relationships Tribute, Testimony Trust


Keep 'Em Rolling by Barbara Greenleaf


(Arts & Entertainment   February 20, 2021)
Grandparents play a positive and prominent role in latest Business-Minded Teen novel…
Topics: Choices and Decision Making Communication Education Learning Relationships Work


Grace, Grit and Giggles by Leona Bergstrom


(Connections   February 12, 2021)
A recipe for a successful second-half marriage…
Topics: Holidays Inspiration Love Relationships Valentine's Day


Love, a Word Often Overused by Ken Potts


(Connections   February 11, 2021)
. . . but it is seldom understood…
Topics: Communication Holidays Language, Meaning Love Relationships Valentine's Day


What 'Love Your Neighbor' Means by Ken Potts


(Connections   February 6, 2021)
We need to assess our attitude…
Topics: Attitudes Love Relationships Religion


A Pandemic Debt by Barbara Greenleaf


(Connections   December 19, 2020)
What do our children owe us in the pandemic? …
Topics: Communication Coping COVID-19 Family Loneliness Relationships


Marriage Trends by U.S. Census Bureau staff


(Connections   December 12, 2020)
Marriage and divorce decline as cohabitation rises among younger couples…
Topics: Demographics Family Relationships Statistics Trends


Love Your Neighbor? by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   November 14, 2020)
It's a good time a revive the ideal of loving our neighbors as we love ourselves…
Topics: Beliefs Bible Communication Compassion Language, Meaning Love Relationships Values


Dealing with a Difficult Daughter- or Son-in-Law by Barbara Greenleaf


(Connections   November 13, 2020)
What would you recommend for these Dear Abby-like scenarios?…
Topics: Coping Family Relationships


When We Last Spoke by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   October 22, 2020)
Kid's dreams, family secrets, forgiveness…
Topics: Communication Family Forgive, Forgiveness Optimal Aging Parenting, Parents Relationships


Marriage or Mirage by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   September 26, 2020)
A long view of the state of marriage today…
Topics: Faith Family Love Relationships


Take Time to Listen by Ken Potts


(Connections   September 19, 2020)
Don't just talk—advice for parents (and grandparents)…
Topics: Communication Family Parenting, Parents Relationships


Talking to People You Disagree With by Megan Phelps-Roper / TED ideas


(Connections   September 12, 2020)
4 tips to help bring civility to a polarized world…
Topics: Character, Integrity Choices and Decision Making Civility Communication Language, Meaning Politics Racism and Inequality Relationships Social Issues


God is on our side! And theirs? by James N. Watkins


(Connections   September 3, 2020)
Finding civility in a polarized society…
Topics: Bible Civility Communication Current Events, News Faith Grace History Love Racism and Inequality Relationships Social Issues Social Media


I Stand for Folks of Color by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   August 15, 2020)
What it takes to color our world with kindness…
Topics: Communication Compassion Crime, Justice, Punishment Faith Grace Racism and Inequality Relationships Social Issues


The Joy of Grandparenting by Barbara Greenleaf


(Connections   August 14, 2020)
The ultimate win-win…
Topics: Personal Stories (Biography/Autobiography) Family Grandchildren Gratitute Parenting, Parents Relationships


Changing Racist Hearts (5) by Rusty Wright


(Connections   July 23, 2020)
Abolishing the slave trade…
Topics: Change Crime, Justice, Punishment Government History Racism and Inequality Relationships Social Issues Social Movements


Grace by George Garrison


(Faith   July 17, 2020)
The believer's gift to a Covid-crazed world…
Topics: Character, Integrity Civility COVID-19 Current Events, News Disaster Disease Faith God Grace Inspiration News Relationships


White, 'woke' . . . and 'privileged' by James N. Watkins


(My World   July 10, 2020)
Boyhood memories stir thoughts on racism and privilege today…
Topics: COVID-19 Current Events, News History News Racism and Inequality Relationships Social Issues Social Movements


Changing Racist Hearts (4) by Rusty Wright


(Connections   July 8, 2020)
'Amazing Grace' hymnwriter's racist past…
Topics: Beliefs Change Crime, Justice, Punishment Current Events, News History News Racism and Inequality Relationships Social Issues Social Movements


Your Church May Be Prejudiced by James N. Watkins


(Faith   June 26, 2020)
The top ten signs have not changed in twenty years…
Topics: Change Current Events, News History News Racism and Inequality Relationships Religion Social Issues


Changing Racist Hearts (3) by Rusty Wright


(Connections   June 25, 2020)
Starting with my own…
Topics: Beliefs Change Current Events, News Faith News Racism and Inequality Relationships Social Issues Social Movements


Changing Racist Hearts (2) by Rusty Wright


(Connections   June 19, 2020)
Police brutality: Lessons from South Africa…
Topics: Change Current Events, News History Leadership News Racism and Inequality Relationships Social Issues Social Movements


Changing Racist Hearts by Rusty Wright


(Connections   June 15, 2020)
Can it be done?…
Topics: Beliefs Communication Crime, Justice, Punishment Current Events, News Faith News Racism and Inequality Relationships Social Movements


An Ah Ha Moment by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   May 10, 2020)
Be aware of the impression you make!…
Topics: Character, Integrity Relationships


Worthy as a Person by Ken Potts


(Connections   April 19, 2020)
People with disabilities shouldn't be considered invalid…
Topics: Civility Compassion Relationships Social Issues


Developing a Child's Self-Esteem (part 1) by Ken Potts


(Connections   April 5, 2020)
It's not easy in today's world
Topics: Character, Integrity Discipline Education Family Parenting, Parents Relationships


Will You Still Say Hello? by Stu Johnson


(Connections   March 29, 2020)
Connecting in a time of social distancing…
Topics: Communication Coping COVID-19 Crisis Current Events, News Disease News Relationships Wellness


A Parent's Lesson by Ken Potts


(Connections   March 21, 2020)
Children grow up in their own way…
Topics: COVID-19 Family Grandchildren Parenting, Parents Relationships


When a Home Breaks by Ken Potts


(Connections   February 8, 2020)
Helping children cope with their parent's divorce
Topics: Dysfunctional, Broken Family Grandchildren Relationships


Grocery Shopping with Children by Ken Potts


(Connections   January 5, 2020)
Learning opportunities abound…
Topics: Choices and Decision Making Family Financial Food & Nuitrition Opportunity Parenting, Parents Relationships Teaching


Kid with Care by Ken Potts


(Connections   November 24, 2019)
Deal openly, honestly with conflict
Topics: Family Relationships Trust


Confronting Marital Problems by Ken Potts


(Connections   November 17, 2019)
How counseling can help couples…
Topics: Coping Family Relationships Wellness


Like Their Parents by Ken Potts


(Connections   November 3, 2019)
Good or bad, is it inevitable?…
Topics: Character, Integrity Choices and Decision Making Family Parenting, Parents Relationships


Know your limits by Ken Potts


(Connections   October 27, 2019)
Why it's important to tell kids…
Topics: Character, Integrity Choices and Decision Making Family Parenting, Parents Relationships Teaching


If you were to ask my Father by Eryn McMillan


(Connections   October 26, 2019)
Who knows more about you?…
Topics: Contemplation, Insight Faith Family God Relationships


Healthy Relationships by Ken Potts


(Connections   October 20, 2019)
It's hard, but so worth the effort…
Topics: Character, Integrity Choices and Decision Making Communication Relationships Wellness


Let Kids Learn to Do Things Their Own Way by Ken Potts


(Learn   September 29, 2019)
Lessons from a winter mini-vacation…
Topics: Learning Opportunity Parenting, Parents Relationships


A Parent's Love by Ken Potts


(Connections   September 22, 2019)
It means emotional burdens, sacrifices…
Topics: Family Love Parenting, Parents Relationships


Lessons of Empathy and Good Behavior by Ken Potts


(Connections   September 8, 2019)
They have to start at home…
Topics: Attitudes Character, Integrity Choices and Decision Making Family Parenting, Parents Relationships Teaching Values


Can This Marriage be Saved? by Ken Potts


(Connections   September 1, 2019)
Tips for saying "yes" (Second of two parts)…
Topics: Choices and Decision Making Coping Family Relationships Unity, Unified Values


Is This Marriage Really for Me? by Ken Potts


(Connections   August 25, 2019)
Answering a tough question (first of two parts)…
Topics: Choices and Decision Making Contemplation, Insight Fears, Concerns Love Relationships Trouble


Defining Normal by Ken Potts


(Connections   August 18, 2019)
It's harder than it looks…
Topics: Character, Integrity Diversity & Pluralism Relationships Values


Father, My Mother is Gone by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   August 3, 2019)
A prayer when your mother dies…
Topics: Dying and Death Family Memories Relationships Tribute, Testimony


Family Meals by Ken Potts


(Connections   July 28, 2019)
Crazy schedules do not limit their importance…
Topics: Family Lifestyle, General Relationships Values


Inspired to Serve by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   July 27, 2019)
Saying goodbye to a much-loved colleague…
Topics: Relationships Service Thanks, Thankfulness, Thanksgiving Tribute, Testimony Work


Parenting Skills by Ken Potts


(Connections   July 14, 2019)
They don't necessarily come naturally…
Topics: Character, Integrity Choices and Decision Making Discipline Family Knowledge Parenting, Parents Relationships Values Wisdom


A Successful Marriage by Ken Potts


(Connections   July 7, 2019)
It's no easy accomplishment…
Topics: Character, Integrity Circumstances, Life Events Family Love Relationships Values


Helping Men Find the Key to Intimacy by Ken Potts


(Connections   June 23, 2019)
Finding a solution to a common problem…
Topics: Communication Dysfunctional, Broken Relationships Wellness


Being an 'Older' Parent by Ken Potts


(Connections   June 16, 2019)
It comes with its own ups and downs…
Topics: Family Parenting, Parents Relationships


The B-I-B-L-E and LGBTQ by James N. Watkins


(My World   February 16, 2019)
Addressing he issue with truth and grace…
Topics: Bible Character, Integrity Choices and Decision Making God Jesus Lifestyle, General Love Relationships Religion Social Issues Social Movements Trends


What Makes Us a Community? by Ken Potts


(Connections   January 13, 2019)
A small example…
Topics: Character, Integrity Relationships Values


Top Ten Things My Mom Taught Me by James N. Watkins


(Learn   January 12, 2019)
A tribute becomes a eulogy…
Topics: Advice, Guidance & Mentoring Family Learning Relationships Teaching


Raising Kids by Ken Potts


(Connections   January 6, 2019)
Tips for holding on and letting go…
Topics: Family Parenting, Parents Relationships Teaching


Raise Up a Child by Stu Johnson


(Connections   December 20, 2018)
Learning from each other and God's Word…
Topics: Beliefs Bible Character, Integrity Christian Life Faith Family Relationships Teaching


Responding to Those Who Suffer by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   October 27, 2018)
Lessons from Job when tragedy strikes…
Topics: Comfort & Consolation Communication Compassion Inspiration Relationships


Father Figures by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   June 16, 2018)
The changing role of fathers…
Topics: Change Character, Integrity Family Father's Day Holidays Relationships


Loneliness by Stu Johnson


(Connections   April 17, 2018)
A problem that often increases with age…
Topics: Communication Compassion Lifestyle, General Loneliness Optimal Aging Relationships Retirement Social Activities Social Issues Social Media


The Word on Marriage by Stu Johnson


(Connections   April 6, 2018)
Describing a successful marriage in one word…
Topics: Beliefs Bible Character, Integrity Choices and Decision Making Faith Family Hopes & Dreams Inspiration Language, Meaning Optimal Aging Relationships


Love, Marriage and Sex (2018) by James N. Watkins


(Connections   February 9, 2018)
The latest update of Jim's annual list of articles and cartoons…
Topics: Holidays Humor Love Relationships Valentine's Day Values


Coming Together by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   January 28, 2018)
Making common cause of solving society's puzzles…
Topics: Communication Relationships Social Issues Unity, Unified


Three Generatons by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   January 14, 2018)
A soul-searching conversatoin…
Topics: Change Hopes & Dreams Innovation, Invention, Creativity Relationships Teaching Technology Trends


Humility by Stu Johnson


(Connections   January 10, 2018)
Something to be proud of?…
Topics: Attitudes Character, Integrity Christian Life Communication Lifestyle, General Relationships Values


A Necessary Conversation by Stu Johnson


(Connections   December 14, 2017)
Straight talk about sex and marriage…
Topics: Beliefs Choices and Decision Making Faith Family Relationships Research Social Issues Social Movements Trends Values


Womens' Lib by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   December 3, 2017)
The news of late draws attention…
Topics: Bible News Relationships Social Issues Trends Work


The Virtue of Kindness by Stu Johnson


(Connections   November 15, 2017)
How is kindness faring today?…
Topics: Attitudes Character, Integrity Inspiration Relationships Values


Family Squabbles, Part 2 by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   November 5, 2017)
Expectations and exploitation…
Topics: Character, Integrity Family Financial Hopes & Dreams Relationships


Family Squabbles, Part 1 by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   October 29, 2017)
Exposing bullying…
Topics: Character, Integrity Civility Family Relationships Sports


A Family Reunion Prayer by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   August 13, 2017)
Contemplating the beauty of our family tree…
Topics: Family Hopes & Dreams Prayer Relationships


Grand-Parenting by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   August 13, 2017)
Change and challenge from a mobile society and increasing longevity…
Topics: Change Family Grandchildren Relationships


Celebrating a True Dad on Father's Day by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   June 18, 2017)
How Phil Mickelson scored a hole in one…
Topics: Family Father's Day Golf Inspiration Parenting, Parents Relationships Sports Values


The Greatest Show on Earth Lives On by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   May 28, 2017)
Performing acts of kindness wins the day…
Topics: Faith Grace Relationships Service


My Daughter's Now a Mother by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   May 14, 2017)
Contemplating a first Mother's Day…
Topics: Faith Family Grace Holidays Mother's Day Relationships


The Fruit of Love by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   April 29, 2017)
A dedication hymn for my granddaughter
Topics: Faith Family Hopes & Dreams Love Relationships


Reunions by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   February 19, 2017)
Quite an inventon…
Topics: Family Relationships


8 Things Never to Say When Your Friend Hurts by Bill Nichols


(Connections   December 1, 2016)
Do you know what to say when someone is in serious emotional and spiritual pain?…
Topics: Comfort & Consolation Communication Relationships


New Life by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   October 28, 2016)
Real love, real life…
Topics: Coping Disease Inspiration Movies Relationships


Diversity University by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   September 17, 2016)
It's where we learn to accept others…
Topics: Character, Integrity Diversity & Pluralism Learning Relationships


Tell Her You Love Her by Rusty Wright


(Connections   July 22, 2016)
A tribute to a rare jewel…
Topics: Christian Life Dying and Death Disease Family Loss & Grieving Love Relationships Tribute, Testimony


Friendship by Emily Sohn / submitted by Stu Johnson


(Connections   July 13, 2016)
Why it matters…
Topics: Communication Friends & Neighbnors Relationships Research Wellness


Top Ten Secrets to Staying Married by James N. Watkins


(Connections   June 10, 2016)
Time-tested advice on piling up anniversary celebrations…
Topics: Achievements Birthdays & Annivesaries Faith Family Humor Inspiration Relationships


"Faith of Our Mother's" updated by James N. Watkins


(Connections   May 6, 2016)
New words for an old, old song…
Topics: Faith Family Mother's Day Relationships Tribute, Testimony


The Real MVP by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   April 30, 2016)
When Kevin Durant was named the NBA's Most Valuable Player, he named his mother 'the real MVP'...
Topics: Basketball Personal Stories (Biography/Autobiography) Faith Family Inspiration Relationships Sports


Make Me a Blessing. What's That? by Bill Nichols


(Connections   March 19, 2016)
What does in mean to be a blessing? How can you be a blessing to someone?
Topics: Compassion Faith Relationships


Love, Marriage and Sex . . . by James N. Watkins


(Connections   February 11, 2016)
An updated annual collection of cartoons and blogs to celebrate Valentine's Day…
Topics: Holidays Humor Love Relationships Valentine's Day Values


Uniting the Charlie Browns by Wes Wick


(My World   January 12, 2016)
Lessons in unity as I take down my 'Charlie Brown' Christmas tree…
Topics: Christmas Communication Faith Holidays Metaphors, Life Lessons Relationships