When the World Feels Like It’s on Fire
If you’ve been paying attention, you’ve probably felt that gnawing unease, that sense that the world is moving in a direction you didn’t sign up for. …
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The Patchwork Quilt
I recently discovered this old story I wrote. It’s surprising what was on my mind in 2006. It’s cold this morning. The temperature has dipped below …
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Are You So Sure?
Every now and then, I experience a jolt that halts me in my tracks. That’s precisely what occurred on Saturday night. I was at home, sipping a glass …
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Are You Chewing Rocks?
A few years ago, I spoke at a conference in South Africa. I followed it by going on a safari in Pilanesberg National Park. Our group set off in an …
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I Used to Believe…
Several years ago, I was talking with my 91-year-old father about some of the big issues facing the US.
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The Mini-Skirt Protest
It’s bitterly cold here in Minneapolis. This week, the temperature has dropped to -17 degrees, not counting the wind-chill. Going outside is out of …
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Complacency is a Downhill Slide
Ever wondered how you got yourself into a bad situation? Perhaps you ignored the warning signs. Maybe you didn’t comprehend the ramifications of …
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One Young Man’s Community Saving Inspiration
Don’t believe that one person can make a big difference in their community? If not, you’ll be inspired by this story that Bruce Stephan shared with …
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Back in the Saddle Again
After a busy holiday season, followed by an extended vacation in Chile, I’m back!
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