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My father took his own life when I was thirteen. Suddenly, the one who had been the most reliable and loving person in my life was gone. Without warning, my world suddenly turned dark, upside down and chaotic. In response, my shields went up and for a long time every person I encountered was a…

To say the least, prayer is a mystery, but that does not keep me from praying every day. And though some prayers remain unanswered, I keep praying anyway.  A few days ago, as I was looking back in one of my journals, I noted a name and a date; November 2012. That was the day…

It may not be easy to speak kind words to everyone, but everyone needs to hear them. When I think about the inevitable truth that all of us will one day perish, then I am more motivated to speak charitable, diplomatic and thoughtful words to others. Knowing that all of us have a relatively short…

I do not know from when or where the phrase, life long learner originated, but I do know that I fall into that category. As a public school teacher of fourth graders, my students are always astounded when I say, “Like you, I do not know everything. But I am willing to learn.”     …