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Big Uncomfortable Changes Coming

Learn about the water crisis that is going to affect all of us, regardless of where you live.

The Nature of Evil

Evil in the news demonstrates its characteristics as domination, power, suppression, destruction, stupidity, ignorance, loneliness and fear.

Our Friend, the IRS

I consider the IRS our friend, just like any other cop on the beat who needs our help to enforce the law.

Relapse and Recovery

Since the insurrection, I have had increased anxiety, a sort of alertness to danger, a feeling that I need to be vigilant. How about you?

Waking up in America

A canyon of chaos has opened up in America. Those on one side believe our institutions can be trusted, and on the other side they do not ..

Unbelievable

Who do we believe? That big question determines our destiny, our success, our health, and possibilities for "life, liberty, and happiness."

Being a Non Anxious Presence - or Hanging on in Today's Windstorm

On November 3, Inc.com reported 59 percent of Americans expected that day to be the most stressful of their lives. For several months...

I Am Aching

On the eve of this election, my heart is aching. How I wish for the steady tones that might call us toward healing.