I guess you could say that I used to be a NASCAR fan.  For several seasons, I watched nearly every race.  Initially, I watched them alone, but after a while Traci started watching them with me.  It was something we enjoyed doing together.  Thanks to some kind and generous friends, we were able to go to several Saturday night races in Daytona. …

“I was born of the Hebrew persuasion, but I converted to narcissism.” This whimsical quip was said by Woody Allen when asked of his religious persuasion in the movie, Scoop. While this may not be his actual position on the matter, it does highlight an interesting thought. Have we converted to narcissism? According to the Mayo Clinic, narcissism is defined as “a…

The imagery God uses to describe His nature and the way He works on this earth is so remarkable. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus used the imagery of God’s careful attention to the lily of the field. His clothing of a lily whose “lifespan” is so brief is God’s assurance He will cloth us. In that sermon, He talked of…

What is missing in our world today?  What is it that children lack in their interaction with adults?  What is it that adults lack in their interaction with each other?  What is it that citizens lack in their interaction with those who are in authority? What is one root cause of the bitterness in the workplace today?  What is one root cause…

As the pope’s visit to America approaches, he has announced that this year local priests can absolve individuals of the sin of abortion. Prior to this announcement, forgiving this sin was restricted to those of a higher rank in the Catholic church. It is difficult for many to understand these matters. The Roman Catholic church teaches that there are “levels” of sin.…

His love for her is one that has inspired both writer and poet, song and sonnet. The true story of a man that loved his bride more than life itself, more than any earthly treasure. Even, it seems, more than she loved him. It was clear to most that she did not deserve his love or such devotion. To the same crowd,…

We are living in a time when hard work is often hard to come by and stick-to-itiveness regarding certain tasks is in short supply.  Many employees are found glued to their phones rather than helping customers.  Many employers have to make certain concessions just to fill needed positions.  The entitlement mentality permeating our nation has made it hard for businesses to find…

The Brooklyn Bridge that connects New York with Long Island was built over a period of 13 years, from 1870 to 1883. It was the brain child of John Roebling. At the time, no one thought it could be done. He was able to convince his son, Washington, to co-engineer the project. With great opposition, they hired a crew and began the…