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We each have been created uniquely by God. God has given each of us particular set of gifts and talents with which we are to serve the world.  That seems obvious, right?  Yet, when we serve others, we often do so in the way that the world expects us to serve, rather than by using…

I have spent the better part of my life believing that if you are really, really nice, people eventually will be nice in return. After having been alive for over four decades, I now realize that life doesn’t work that way.  You can be kind, generous and turn the other cheek, and some people still…

“Whatever you can do, or dream you can do, begin it. Boldness has genius, power and magic in it.” – John Anster We all go through periods in life in which we feel like we are in a rut. Our problems don’t seem to get better or worse – they just stay the same.  If…

We do not live in a peaceful world. Every day, there are news reports of conflicts all over the globe.  And even if we don’t live in a war-torn country, as individuals, we can have conflicts in our personal relationships. Other people, either intentionally or unintentionally, can behave in a manner toward us that is…

We all seek acceptance. We all want to be loved for who we are – warts and all.  That is what we desire from each of our relationships.  What is ironic is that the very thing that we crave – acceptance – is the one thing that we find so hard to give to others.…

In our relationships, we tend to focus on the big events – weddings, birthdays, graduations, etc. Of course, those events are important. They are opportunities to celebrate the people that we care about. But if we truly want to improve our relationships, we need to focus on the small stuff. Our relationships are built upon…

We make promises to other people throughout our lives. When we are young, if we get confirmed, we promise the church that we will be faithful members.  If we get married, we promise our spouse that we will love and cherish him or her.  And if we buy a house and get a mortgage, we…

“Strength of character means the ability to overcome resentment against others, to hide hurt feelings, and to forgive quickly.” – Fr. Lawrence G. Lovasik Having your feelings get hurt is part of the mixed bag of dealing with other human beings. Unfortunately, people can be insensitive.  And sometimes people can be intentionally hurtful. But unless…

I live in a part of the country where we have woods, four seasons, and not surprisingly, deer. Like all of God’s creatures, deer are a mixed bag.  They are beautiful, elegant creatures.  But they are also herbivores.  So, you have to be careful what you plant in your yard.  Otherwise, your flower garden becomes…

There is an old saying that goes, “Quitters never win, and winners never quit.” What rubbish.  Now, of course, if you have goals or dreams that you wish to accomplish, you shouldn’t stop pursuing them just because you hit bumps in the road.  Obstacles are a natural part of the journey when trying to do…
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