Dealing with Loss

Dealing with Loss

Besides the shock value of the recent devastating events in Lahaina town, there has been mismanagement by government officials and the glaring fact of lives, homes, and businesses lost. Along that vein, one of the most difficult things to do in our lifetime is to lose...
Curiosity Killed the Cat

Curiosity Killed the Cat

The proverb, “curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back,” is very appropriate at this time. This proverb points to the idea if you are too curious or inquisitive it can be dangerous. If you reach too far into matters that don’t...
The Power of Old Stories

The Power of Old Stories

Stories were used to preserve and share moments of important experiences so future generations could learn, expand upon, and avoid repeating the same mistakes as their predecessors. Stories contain the power and influence of the storyteller, and without even realizing...
The Power of Why

The Power of Why

In these confusing days of fake news, conspiracy theories, scientific research that is sponsored by big pharma, it’s vital and essential to question everything.  Even growing up, we were unwittingly conditioned by the words, actions, and examples that our parents...
What Was That Again?

What Was That Again?

Being forgetful has become more apparent and rampant in the last few years – blame it on stress, overwhelm, over-scheduling, or the usual scapegoat – getting old. Although it’s very convenient to blame ole’ Father Time, memory lapses have their drawbacks and upsides....