Like a tree
"It is dangerous to explain too clearly to man how like he is to the animals without pointing out his greatness. It is also dangerous…
Correct passions’ spite
Envy not greatness: for thou mak'st thereby Thy self the worse, and so the distance greater. Be not thine own worm: yet such jealousy, As…
Scope of practice
One of the more interesting things about nursing school was learning about "scope of practice." It's very important for nurses to know where their nursing…
Facts and fears
Today we have a scene from the fictional tale, Ms. Rapscott's Girls, wherein Ms. Rapscott is taking the girls on an adventure at sea. They…
Time for a nap?
There's a story in Luke 8 about a napping Jesus. With his disciples, he decides to cross the Sea of Galilee (which is more like…
Emotional expectations
Diedra and I went on a three-week study tour of Israel while I was in seminary. It was fascinating--and of lifelong value to a professional…
Thanksgiving
Today we stop to give thanks. To Whom are we giving thanks? Hopefully to the Giver of all good things. The Author of Life. The…
Roadblocks to Turkey Day
Thanksgiving is fast approaching. Many plans have been canceled. This is very sad. Finding gratitude may be extra challenging. Some thoughts from C.S. Lewis's Letters…
Tap the brakes
Instant communication isn't always a gift. How many times have we regretted responding too swiftly with words that were overstated because of the heat of…
Mind the gap
A chasm is growing between The thoughtful and the reactive The tranquil and the volatile The profound and the superficial The quiet and the shouting.…