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More than 2,000 years ago, when readers were few and books were fewer, the Roman philosopher Cicero observed, “A home without books is a...
It has been said that “a land without ruins is a land without memories—a land without memories is a land without history.”iEach nation has...
Some of the most recognizable structures in the world are bridges. They connect islands to mainlands; they span rivers, streams, and vast caverns. Bridges,...
An old proverb reminds us to look for the silver lining in every cloud. But are the cloudy periods of our lives really lined...
Whenever a camera scans a cheering crowd at a ballgame, very often an excited fan will wave and shout, “Hi, Mom!” When a young...
Some see life as a battle, with competitors on every side. They fight for parking spaces and places in lines, for jobs and opportunities,...
Arturo Toscanini, famed music director of the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, was well known for his weekly broadcasts that carried beautiful music into the...
Tough economic times can teach us great truths. They give us opportunity to reflect on our values and what’s most important in life. One...
Years ago, a single mother faced what seemed like an overwhelming future. Her children were young, their challenges great. Though our personal trials may...
Something within us loves light. We need light for life. Both physically and spiritually, we thrive when we see and feel the light. Who...
Think for a moment of someone who made a difference in your life. Maybe it was a family member, a friend, a coach, a...
A high school senior answered her phone, just hours before she was to address her graduating class as valedictorian. On the other end she...
Every Tuesday for months, writer Mitch Albom met with his old professor Morrie Schwartz to talk about life. Morrie was dying, but he taught...
The weather began to change, and a man felt inclined to plant something outside in the cold earth. After a hard winter of dark...
We all have special aptitudes, skills, or gifts. Some people can sing or play an instrument; some are athletic; others can write or draw....
From perfect 10s and world records to stunning athletic accomplishments and heartbreaking defeats, we marvel at the drama of the Olympic games. Something stirs...
“How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.”1 Elizabeth Barrett wrote these now-famous words to her future husband, the esteemed poet Robert...
An evening television news commentator, after delivering story after story of tragic and unhappy events, paused and with a smile on her face and...
When acclaimed American artist John Singer Sargent was commissioned to paint the official portrait of Theodore Roosevelt, 26th president of the United States, he...
Sooner or later, most of us begin to realize that time is short and so we better enjoy life a little more and spend...
The turbulent year of 1968 ended on an inspiring note with the spectacular space flight of Apollo 8. It was the first manned mission...
There is an old West African tale about a man who, more than anything else, wanted to be rich. He devoted his every thought...
It has been wisely noted that having one foot in yesterday and one foot in tomorrow is a rather unstable position. The best way...
This is a season of wonder and awe. It’s a time when we remember a wonderful and awe-inspiring story of shepherds, Wise Men, and...
Part of what makes the holiday season so memorable is the way it delights our senses with wonderful sights, sounds, and smells. From twinkling...
And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed....
The bright lights and joyful sounds, the festivities and parties all mark with excitement the Christmas season. But now and again this time of...
As we look forward to Christmas this year, let’s look back to Christmases past and appreciate what makes a holiday memorable. Some memories may...
With his car stalled at the side of a quiet country road, and already late for an important meeting, a man stood gazing under...
A young man returned home from college for the holidays. First to greet him was the family dog, who bounded across the room and...