The Power of Self Dicipline – September 27, 2009
After giving a wonderful performance, a highly accomplished pianist was approached by one of his fans. “You played so well,” said the admirer. “I would...
Music & the Spoken Word Library
Who Are You? – September 20, 2009
A dialogue in Lewis Carroll’s tale Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland illustrates one reason change can be so hard: “Who are you?” said the Caterpillar. ....
Admiration – September 13, 2009
Who are the people you most admire, and why? Some admire those who have acquired worldly success, wealth, athletic prowess, prestige, or celebrity. Others look...
I Will Lift Up Mine Eyes – September 06, 2009
The psalms are among the most beloved poetic works ever written. They have been set to music, recited, and cherished for generations. They speak of...
The Healing Power of Art – August 30, 2009
Convincing evidence and lived experience tell us that our emotions are linked to our well-being. And while common sense is not always common practice, it’s...
The Boomerang Principle – August 23, 2009
Boomerangs have been used for generations both as a weapon and for sport. Most of us are familiar with how these wooden, angular objects, when...
Michelangelo’s Materpiece – August 16, 2009
It was a pity that such a beautiful block of marble would be wasted. It was immense; the size of three men. Artists had eyed...
The Good in Good-bye – August 09, 2009
On January 5, 2006, mine foreman Martin Toler and 11 fellow miners, trapped in a West Virginia mine, crouched together hoping to escape poisonous gasses...
Pruning Season – August 02, 2009
Gardeners know that pruning is one of the best things you can do for your plants, if it’s done the right way. Plants and trees...