The Indomitable Spirit of a Nation – June 26, 2011
In 1803 President Thomas Jefferson bought the Louisiana Territory from France. With it came a small French fur-trading post, St. Louis. The next year, the...
Music & the Spoken Word Library
Time for Our Children – June 19, 2011
When we hear the word investment, most of us think of investing our money in hopes that it will grow and yield a large return....
Where Will it Lead? – June 12, 2011
In today’s hectic world, we often feel pressure to accomplish our many tasks as quickly and efficiently as possible. But it’s good to remember that...
Thinking We Can – June 05, 2011
Recent research suggests that persistence and resilience are good predictors of longevity.1 Perseverance in the face of difficulties puts us on the road to happiness...
Let Us Remember – May 29, 2011
Scattered across the world are burial sites of those who have served well and even given their lives in defense of liberty and country. Whether...
Finding Joy in the Journey – May 22, 2011
Life can be hard. Ask anyone. Daily, it seems, the media brings wars, natural disasters, destruction, and gloom right to our front rooms—all of this...
Volunteers and Helpers – May 15, 2011
To those who follow the news of the day, the whole world seems to be in turmoil. Some would say the world has always been...
A Mother’s Love – May 08, 2011
No one should ever underestimate the profound power of a mother’s love. Not ever.” These are the words of Steve Mikita, who was born with...
Standing on Shoulders – May 01, 2011
More than 300 years ago, Sir Isaac Newton lived an extraordinary life of accomplishment. Among his many achievements, he invented the reflecting telescope and unlocked...