Murphy is a bald eagle who cannot fly. Years ago, an injury left him permanently grounded, and he has lived under the care of the World Bird Sanctuary in Missouri. In March 2023, the caretakers there began to notice something that made them stop and look twice. Murphy was building a nest. He gathered twigs […]

Many of our friends are no longer here. Their chairs sit empty now. Their laughter lives only in memory. Those of us who remain are gently labeled the elderly, as if that one word could carry the weight of everything we have lived. But pause for a moment and think about this life. We were […]

Three Things to remember: Silence is the best answer to many questions.A smile is the best response in many situations.Walking away is the best reply to disrespect. My Commentary: There is great wisdom in knowing when to speak, when to smile, and when to walk away. We often believe every question deserves an answer, every […]

Today Jesus tells us a story (Matthew 20:1-16) that most of us do not like very much. The owner of a vineyard hires workers in the early morning, then later in the day, and finally, just before quitting time. It comes time to pay the workers and everybody gets the same pay. They all get […]