Tag Archive for: compassion

Compassion

Compassion is necessary for a life well-lived, and one of the most difficult virtues to develop regarding human nature. My Uncle John always welcomed visits from myself and younger brother George with unconditional favor.

Connecting with others as we grow older

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The Dalai Lama emphasizes that, no matter the advances in medicine and general health, our time here remains brief.

The Brokenness of Things

Are things ever perfect? No. In many ways we come to love and, hopefully, forgive the brokenness of things where there are no real answers, only more questions.

Jesus at the Globe Tavern

Our tendency to keep to our small circle of friends can lead us to overlook others. I'm sure Jesus would look out the big windows of the Globe and notice the suffering of those not as fortunate.

St. Valentines Day

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February 14 is a unique day in American culture - one day a year, we are urged to love someone else besides ourselves (and to buy a card to declare our unmistakable intentions!)