Light Within

Light Within

I believe within each of us there lies a Light. A Light allowing us to create, show compassion, be gracious and to love. I believe we are all born with this Light. There are no expectations. No defective people who are not born with this Light. You need no more proof...
After the Storm

After the Storm

It was the week leading into finals for the fall semester. In the middle of studying for an upcoming exam, I got the call. I just saw him last weekend. Well, actually it was the night before Thanksgiving and he wanted to get together over the weekend. I said...
Darkness does not Exist

Darkness does not Exist

Cold does not exist, there is only an absence of heat. Darkness does not exist, there is only an absence of Light. Though these two facts may be true, our perception of the cold and darkness can be debilitating. But, we humans can withstand extreme cold with proper...
Who vs. What?

Who vs. What?

During this time of high school and college graduation, it is a common question to ask the graduate what they will being doing after a graduation. Why do we ask this particular question? Maybe we are curious. Maybe we are just being nice. Or, like it many situations...
What Stands in the Way Becomes the Way

What Stands in the Way Becomes the Way

In the fall of 2017, I was asked to do a training for the Belvidere School District middle school staff, students and parents. Below is an article written by an 8th grade teacher who took one of the concept (The Obstacle is the Way) and had break through with one of...