52 STEPS FORWARD
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Dealing With Loss
What about our grief over the loss of a loved one? Today, we explore different perspectives while acknowledging that a solitary blog post is particularly insufficient for those suffering the loss of a spouse or descendant. Cathy and I witnessed our parents grieve...
There for Them
The dreaded phone call brings news of death that triggers grief, even when it comes as expected after a long illness. While we cannot and should not avoid our grieving process, today’s message addresses our response to others. The closest family members possess...
A Random Act of Kindness Reveals…
Everything Wrong with Me Today’s message is not merely a confession but also a cautionary tale. Usually, I would not drag someone else down with me, but “Sam” was my able accomplice and indicates I am not alone in my compulsions. Sam and I were bike riding when we...
Warning: Sensitive Subject Matter
The Groundwork I hope you trust me enough to hear (read) me out. It is the other subject besides politics you are not supposed to talk about. Defensive reactions and fear of intruding upon or offending others make it an uncomfortable topic. However, I would be...
Love, Hate, Both?
Examples Abound It is the White guy who truthfully has Black friends but jokes about Blacks being unable to swim. It is my bible study classmate who announced that he hates White people. While I have doubts about his honesty, there must be some truth to his...