In today’s culture we don’t have to be alcoholics to say: “I’m glad that job’s done, let’s have a glass of wine to celebrate.” I’ve had a terrible day. Let’s have a drink before dinner to relax.” Society tells us that a simple drink of alcohol will lift us up out of the doldrums,…
We all know the importance of seeing the goodness in others. We also know there is wisdom in being realistic but not judgmental. The line between realistic and judgmental can be very fine. I’ve made appreciation of others and their efforts part of the way I greet the world. Still I hope that I live…
I love the feeling of a New Year beginning. Just think about it, 365 days – no 2016 is a leap year. We have an extra day, 366 days, 8784 hours. We can begin a new life. What a wonderful opportunity! Regardless of the mistakes or successes that surrounded us last year, this year we…