Kindness from a stranger is a delightful surprise. While shopping with a friend visiting from Hungary, we experienced kindness...

"Smooth seas do not make skillful sailors." This Ethiopian proverb suggests that life lessons are often best learned...

Impure water is a major health hazard for many developing countries. Providing pure water supplies is a priority for most...

Much that has happened (or not happened) in my life has taught me that a life without discipline is a life full of regret....

Should I turn right or left? While driving to an appointment, I made the wrong choice at the first red light. The error of my...

"What did they take? How much did they take? When did they take it? Have they vomited?" Many parents with a child who...

As I travel around the world, I am delightfully surprised at similarities in the midst of many differences. For instance, while...

Laboring on a farm the summer after 7th grade was my first full-time summer job. My understanding of the employer/employee...

Since the year 2000, investing in the stock market has created an uncertainty for many. Anxiety can become almost palpable for...

"Is this legal?" This question is often asked by Christian medical professionals as we begin training sessions on...

Corrupt behavior of corporate CEO's or the despicable actions of serial killers make me cringe on one level or another. Yet...

Since the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, those who suffer from disability have received services to better meet their...

I have not had a teachable spirit these past several days. Therefore, writing a "lesson learned" seems strange and...

My sister became a Penn State University fan as a result of her graduate studies there. She would invite me to watch Penn State...

Speed and efficiency have always been a priority for me. My life and activity level may at times seem harried and frenzied to...

Recently, after finishing a great dinner, I felt delightfully refreshed and comfortable. Then came dessert. I chose chocolate...

Adversity, misery, heartache, pain and struggle. Much of my life I have invested time, energy and resources trying to insulate...

In 1957, I was an impressionable 7 year old who started playing baseball in earnest. My favorite team was the Milwaukee Braves;...

Our hearts have been touched by the suffering of the survivors of the earthquake-induced tsunami. The world-wide response has...

Philadelphia has waited too long for an American football championship. However, this coming Sunday, the Philadelphia Eagles...