Over the years I have treasured my memories of Christmas at my grandparents’ home.  Although no specific gift stands out in my mind, the aroma of cherry pie and the sight of homemade noodles drying in front of the stove lingers. Traditions are of value to families in three specific ways.  Traditions foster feelings of… Keep reading →

I spent the day at a continuing education workshop on Positive Psychology.  When I signed up I didn’t realize the presenter was an ordained Buddhist scholar.  So, to say the least, the day focused on what he called “Buddha Psychology”. I decided to make the best out of this situation by applying the information to… Keep reading →

Second to God, our mate should be the most important person in our lives.  Their well-being should be our priority.  Many couples profess this concept in word, but not so much in action. Husbands and wives should know beyond a doubt they are a priority to each other.  Their happiness comes before pleasing other people.… Keep reading →

Sometimes the concept of being God’s child gets lost in the shuffle as we live in this world.  We forget who we are.  When this happens it affects how we live our lives, how we feel about ourselves, and how we treat others. Our life experiences and the kind of relationship we have with our… Keep reading →