philosophy

  • Jul062022
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    My Father Taught Me Purpose

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    NOTE: This post first appeared on the Windtree Press blog on June 28, 2022. I’m sharing it here for my…

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  • Apr272022
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    Posting at Windtree Press

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    Okay, I admit it. I’ve been cheating on my blog. What I mean is that instead of posting here on…

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  • Mar202022
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    The Promise of the Spring Equinox

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    Spring is definitely my most favorite time of year. After the darkness of winter, I am always ready for Spring.…

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  • Feb282022
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    Hamilton and Our Interconnected World

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    This blog post is different than most that I write here. I usually write about my books, my process, how…

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  • Jan042022
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    Looking Back to Look Forward

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    In my counseling days, three decades ago, I used to work with families with severely disabled children–it may be physical…

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  • Nov252021
    Branch oak with dry brown leaves in the forest on a blurry background. Title says Thanksgiving a day of Thanks, Reflection, and promises to Be Better

    A Special Day of Giving Thanks

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    Today is Thanksgiving in the U.S. For me it has always been a very special holiday. In fact, growing up…

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  • Nov082021
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    Honoring Veterans Today and All Days

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    Veterans Day is November 11th. That is only three days away. Have you thought about how you are going to…

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  • Sep182021
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    Fall is Here and Change Is In The Air

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    As I write this, the official start of Autumn is only three days away. Fall is my favorite season of…

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  • Mar182021
    new spring daffodils in bloom, Photo by Ilona Frey on Unsplash

    Spring and the Promise of Renewal

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    The first signs of spring, the daffodils are now blooming in my yard. I’m seeing the buds of the rhododendrons…

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  • Aug312020
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    Binding the Energy of Stillness and Regaining the Self

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    “When everything is moving and shifting, the only way to counteract chaos is stillness. When things feel extraordinary, strive for…

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