Reflections on September 11

September 12th, 2008 No Comments »

Yesterday was September 11, a day that is forever stamped in the memories of most Americans. Although we personally may not have lost a loved one, our country lost something that day–the sense of security that we had always felt on our own soil. Continue reading »

The Importance of Kind Words

June 18th, 2008 No Comments »

I found this wonderful quote while reading Focus on the Good Stuff by Mike Robbins:

Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless. — Mother Teresa

This quote is so true. I know how kind words have affected me personally. Take the time to share some kind words of your own with some of the people in your life.

The Importance of Lifelong Friends

June 13th, 2008 No Comments »

Earlier this month my parents celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Since they spent most of their working lives overseas, we had to use some creative thinking to allow all of their international friends and acquaintances to participate. Continue reading »