Music & the Spoken Word Library

Daily Gratitude and Thanksgiving – November 23, 2008

A few years ago, two researchers conducted what they called the Research Project on Gratitude and Thankfulness. They found through science what most of us...

In Trying Times – November 16, 2008

We live in trying times. People are losing their jobs, their savings, even their homes. Others face personal tragedies of various kinds. Even if you...

Each Day Is A Day to Remember – November 09, 2008

Etched on the U.S. Navy Seabee Memorial in Arlington, Virginia, are words that resonate with every member of the military—past and present: “With willing hearts...

The Ultimate Test – November 02, 2008

Warren Buffet is one of the world’s richest men, but he doesn’t measure success by how much money he has accumulated. Now in his late...

Unexpected Blessings – October 26, 2008

Life is filled with unexpected blessings. Often they come in the form of rewarding opportunities or wonderful experiences. But many times our most cherished blessings...

Civility and Respect – October 19, 2008

Can you recall a time when someone treated you with particular kindness? Maybe it was a stranger, smiling as he held a door for you,...

If – October 12, 2008

A BBC poll once asked British readers about their favorite poem. The winner was “If” by Rudyard Kipling, the youngest person to ever receive the...

One of the Great Secrets – October 05, 2008

Of all that we could give to others, nothing is so meaningful, even essential, as love. A young man began to understand this while doing...

Handmade Gifts – September 28, 2008

In today’s world of mass production, handmade items are more meaningful than ever. Beyond being well-crafted, original workmanship, they can be manifestations of love, personal...