The American philosopher Mortimer Adler (d. 2001) wrote and edited scores of books, including the 60-volume Great Books of the Western World series. So no one questioned his qualifications when he wrote one of his most popular volumes, How to Read a Book—a guide to getting the most out of any
By Rita Schulte— Have you ever wondered why we get so upset when things don’t go as we painstakingly plan in life? You may be thinking, that’s a stupid question, it’s normal to be upset when things don’t turn out like we want them to; end of story. But is
As women, we like all the answers. Maybe it’s in our DNA. We feel like we should know everything. With all the responsibilities we have as women, it’s no wonder we think we NEED all the answers. This includes needing all the answers about God. We want all our answers
Can we compare American Grit to Spiritual Grit? Our family had a few weeks of binge-watching the reality show “American Grit”. This show is somewhat like “Survivor.” Highly athletic teams are pitted against each other, given obstacles and challenges they must defeat in order to survive each round. The team
My dad was a United Methodist minister so the Sunday mornings of my childhood had a comforting sameness to them. After church, Mom would make a big lunch of comfort food. This was the only meal of the week that included dessert. We never hurried through this meal. We lingered and talked afterwards.
Kimberly Rae wasn’t sure what God was doing. She lived overseas and planned to give her life to missions, but sickness kept shutting her down. As the years passed, and doctor after doctor admitted they did not know what was wrong, Kimberly fought discouragement. Surely once she got a diagnosis,
By Christy Girard – There was a time when helping others was a way of life, when parents had an influence on all the children in the neighborhood, when multiple casserole dishes would appear at your door if you had a family event, when you felt good about receiving that
By Alex Fitzpatrick for GreatCall – Father’s Day is a time to honor all the love, and support Dads give us year-round… this year give the gift Dad wants and needs. As our parents grow older, it becomes increasingly important to keep them connected. Safety should be an ongoing focus
By Joyell Nevins – “Let’s use the two most powerful words, yes and no, with resounding assurance, graceful clarity, and guided power.” Lysa Terkheurst I am discovering my Best Yes. I am learning that saying no to some things allows me to say yes to others, and that there is
Whether women admit it or not, they’re all romantic at heart. Irrespective of their age, romance is at the core of all their moods. It may not be the Mills-and-Boon’s type of carnal romance, but the hidden desire of seeing the happily-ever-after-against-all-odds is certainly what they want in every story.
Does Success hide from us? A few days ago, I sat at my desk, sipping my morning fruit and veggie smoothie, and with each sip, I delighted in my favorite Bible verses. All of them nourished my soul. But when I read this one, the message lingered in my
By Deborah Perkins – Trust God in the Little Things You probably remember your first days in school. Everything from the desk and chair you sat in to the hook where you hung your coat was smaller, lower, and kid-friendly. The blocks and games intended for you were on the
If an unexpected turn has occurred in your life where you find yourself raising one or more of your young grandchildren, you’re not alone. According to PBS Newshour, over 2.7 million grandparents are raising their grandkids. Whether you’re prepared to raise children again, or you’re facing some setbacks, here are
I’ve come to a point in my life that I recognize the qualities of a “good mom” are not necessarily something you are born with or possess easily but is rather a process – learned as you grow and mature with your own children. I have three kids who are
When well-known opera and Broadway performer Renee Lawless, who now portrays the cold and bitter matriarch Katheryn Cryer in the Oprah Winfrey Network hit series Tyler Perry’s “The Haves and the Have Nots,” first came to Los Angeles three years ago, she quickly learned that ageism is an issue in
When the second Sunday in May rolls around, it’s easy to order flowers, make a brunch reservation or pick out a card and call it a Mother’s Day. If your mom is older, though, she may want something a bit different – including your full attention. As the years go
Excerpt from Never Unfriended By Lisa-Jo Baker – The thing about fear is how claustrophobic it is. On days when I feel fear pressing in, everything about my life shrinks. While joy makes me want to throw my arms out wide, throw back my head, and grin into the sunshine
By Rabbi Daniel Cohen – Many women today are concerned that the divide that has arisen in the United states is going to get worse before it gets better, and that there’s nothing they can do about it. The truth is that the answer to the turmoil lies within each
Many women become single again after 50. This sometimes happens once the children have left home which can make the sense of loneliness even more acute. Thankfully, your love life has a bright future ahead! In fact, people over 60 are still getting married. Dating at 50 is not like
That relationship between grandparents and grandkids is often something to treasure and it is great to spend some quality time together whenever you get the opportunity. There are plenty of activities that are suitable for the two different age groups to do together, while building a stronger bond and having
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