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Everyday Living

Coping with daily challenges and finding joy in simple things

Nov
11
2011

More Than 20 Million Served – Salute to Veterans

Not every veteran is a war hero. Some merely “showed up.” But without every one of our veterans “showing up,” where would we be?

Jan
3
2011

To Be or Not to Be? Why Suicide is Never the Answer

The New Year can bring a wave of depression – and suicide. But for those who feel overwhelmed by loss, despair or loneliness – there’s a better answer.

Dec
11
2010

WikiLeaks – Biting the Free Hand that Feeds It

WikiLeaks. These online muckrackers are attracting as much attention as the diplomatic and military secrets they’ve exposed. But by winning their “tell-all” battle, are they losing the free-speech war?

Sep
18
2010

Afghan Election Reveals Demons & Heroes

Despite threats of violence, Afghanistan’s war-weary people participated in the second parliamentary election since the Taliban regime was overthrown. Who are the players, and why should we care?

Jan
17
2010

Haiti – Shock, Awe & Burning Questions

In the aftermath of Haiti’s horrifying earthquake, let’s talk about tough questions that trouble many of us when disasters strike. But let’s not overlook what we can do to help Haiti find hope for the future.

Jan
1
2010

The Promise of 2010 – Is Enough Finally ENOUGH?

As we enter a new year and a new decade, it’s the perfect time to rethink our priorities. It’s time to demonstrate that we love people more than things. It’s time to simplify.

Dec
29
2009

A Very Muslim Christmas – Why Not?

The Christmas holiday may be behind us. But that doesn’t mean the spirit can’t live on. And it doesn’t mean we can’t share it with Muslims – or anyone else who seeks a more peaceful, loving world!

Dec
10
2009

Hubble’s Heavenly Countdown to Christmas

Check out this spin on a digital-age Advent Calendar – courtesy The Boston Globe and the Hubble Space Telescope. A wondrous way to remember the season!

Nov
3
2009

Afghan Faces – Human Souls

The Afghan people are as rugged and uniquely beautiful as their country – as this breathtaking photo essay reveals.

Nov
1
2009

All Saints Day – The True Spirit of Halloween

On the surface, Halloween seems to be about costumes, candy and scary stuff. But that’s just the commercial side of a holiday that really honors the “saint” in us all.