We Americans don’t really understand royalty. After all, we learned in school how our forefathers defeated a tyrant King to found our country. Lofty words like freedom and inalienable rights were the bedrock of our nation and later enshrined in our Constitution. Though we often use the title “King” to describe power, authority and accomplishment, …
Last year, my wife and I had a great vacation, driving across the U.S. to Canada. Every time we saw a wonderful sight, she would say, “I wish my grandson could see this!” That is how we wound up driving across the desert Southwest in a van full of family. Shortly before our …
A well-known and highly respected political commentator recently announced he only has a few weeks to live. He was recovering from an operation and almost ready to return to work, when he received the devastating news. His colleagues read his letter, telling about his medical diagnosis and what he called “the final verdict.” Saying …
This morning I was surprised to see another “successful” person had taken their own life. Reactions to a recent “celebrity” suicide were still spreading across the news sites. These people seemed to have it all and had reached the pinnacle of fame and fortune, but chose to end their lives. With millions dreaming of …
In China, Tomb Sweeping Day is a national holiday when families visit the graves of their relatives. Traditionally they clean the graves, light incense, offer food, money, flowers, and prayers to their ancestors. The rites are very important to most Chinese. I thought it was just to pray and care for the grave, but …
