The Golden Thread
byIn all our lives, many threads run. We seem to like the idea of threads: they are continuous, and suggest permanence, longevity, and connectivity. …
inspirational
Forgiveness
byNone of us is perfect. By way of being human, we are angelic and demonic, wise and foolish, in control and helpless, hopefully not…
Faith
byIt has been said the difference between belief and faith is that you believe you can go safely over a waterfall in a barrel,…
One Thing For Another
byFrom a lot of the reading and writing I have been doing later, I have become acutely aware of how easy it is, and…
An Excerpt Reading from ‘Behind These Red Doors’
byI am happy to share with you this YouTube video of an excerpt reading from my book ‘Behind These Red Doors: Stories A Cathedral…
Power without Strength
byConsider this question: what is the essential difference between personal strength and personal power? It is the characteristic of strength to be natural. It…
Routines and Rituals
byWe’re all familiar with routine. We go to the office, but before we begin work, part of our routine is to get coffee, and…
Ring the Bell
byMany years ago, when I was young and handsome, I ran a residential facility on the US East Coast. (Now, much time has passed,…
Inspiration
byI am a writer. First and foremost, it is my job to have thoughts and ideas, to explore them, and winnow the good from…
Behind These Red Doors: Stories a Cathedral Could Tell
byThink of the stories a Cathedral could tell, if only it had a voice!