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When we come to the end of a calendar year, we naturally think about endings. Of course, there are many calendars depending upon your religion, …

Michael’s last words to me as I was opening the door this morning to go for my morning walk were: “Be careful! Watch for cars! …

When we have the opportunity to support those who suffer or grieve, our words and actions (the things we do) can either be soothing or …

Patience is not one of those virtues that people are dying to display. Usually, we want more noble virtues such as love, peace, or wisdom. …

I recently lost my mother to cancer, and since then, I feel the most comfortable when I rely solely on myself to control my life. …

The only way to keep my sanity is to periodically retreat to a place where life’s frantic pace slows down…where the pressures to produce and …

“My boyfriend and I went to a party at a friend’s house. No adults were there. My boyfriend asked me to go upstairs with him. …

You’re a lobbyist? You’d almost have better luck putting “Top Used-Car Salesman” on your resumé. Politicians, especially those with an ambitious eye on a comfy …

I was upset for days after she died of Covid. I shouldn’t have been. I never met her or heard her voice. I only knew …

“Staff, I have some shocking and terrible news. Evan passed away early this morning.” Stunned silence permeated the air with a bitter scent that sent …