Many people accept that growing old is simply something that happens “to” them. So they let their life passions dry up and ache for a renewed purpose. But the truth is aging happens to everybody, it’s perfectly normal, and life should be lived to the full at each stage. So at every age, you have […]
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Dear Friend, These delicious cupcakes are always a hit with our friends. And their signature red color make them the perfect Valentine’s Day treat. For some extra fun, you can also use conversation hearts for the topping instead of sprinkles. Enjoy! Red Velvet Cupcakes Ingredients 1 package German Chocolate cake mix with pudding 1 cup […]
Read MoreWhat’s the secret to growing old with grace?
By Warren Olson Everyone ages… yes, everyone. But take one look at many older people today, and you might walk away with the impression that aging is something that should be fought tooth and nail! So many people worry about their hair going gray, their face gaining wrinkles, and their bodies losing the vigor they […]
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The famous author and pastor F. B. Meyer wrote about two Germans who wanted to climb the Matterhorn. They hired three guides and began their ascent…
Read MoreThe virtue of taking responsibility
Some years ago, a former American astronaut took over as head of a major airline. He was determined to make the airline’s service the best in the industry…
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A story is told of a man who challenged another to an all-day wood chopping contest.
The challenger worked very hard, stopping only for a brief lunch break…
The importance of physical and mental rest
In ancient Athens, Greece, a man one day noticed the great storyteller Aesop playing games with some small children. He laughed and jeered at Aesop, asking him why he wasted his time…
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Vincent van Gogh first began to experiment with impressionist techniques during his Parisian period, the time from 1886 until 1888. The Dutch artist wrote to his sister in 1887…
Read MoreHow to experience spiritual renewal
There’s a story an American Lutheran bishop tells of visiting a parish church in California and seeing a stirring red and orange banner on the wall. “Come Holy Spirit. Hallelujah!” it declared…
Read MoreThe best payback you’ll ever have
Georges Clemenceau was twice the prime minister of France, and played a major role in the treaties that concluded WWI. At the Paris Peace Conference, Clemenceau was on his way to…
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