Rising Above: Healing the Wounds of Hurtful Words Growing up, the saying “Sticks and stones will break your bones, but words will never harm me” echoed in my ears, meant to offer solace in the face of peoples hurtful words. However, I soon realized its inadequacy in capturing the true impact of words on our…
The Language of the Soul: A Spiritual Journey to Self-Love and Connection Embarking on the spiritual journey to self-love unveils a profound impact that often goes unnoticed in a world emphasizing selflessness. In this exploration, we delve into the intricate relationship between self-love and the concept of love languages, recognizing that God’s love transcends and…
Embracing the New Year: Expressing Love to Those in Our Front Row As the curtains begin to rise on a new year, the stage of life suggest that we ponder the roles people play in our personal narratives. It’s associated to a grand theater where individuals find their places—some in the front row, some in…
A Journey of Gratitude and Renewal in Ghana When Rita and I first met almost 4 years ago, she asked me to research options for us to visit Ghana. Initially, I didn’t have a pull to go to Ghana, but as I delved into my research, it became a journey I couldn’t resist. Despite facing…
Don’t Yuck My Yum: Savoring Life’s Richness, One Open Mind at a Time How many of you really enjoy a glass of wine? I, for one, take pride in being one of the founders of the Radford University Wine Society (back when we were a campus that could enjoy wine). Any chance to gather with…