15 things to remember for the new year

A group of people sitting at a table with food.

It’s easy to get worn down by life. The bombardment of bad news, contention, and uncertainty can lead to discouragement. Susan Miller has experienced all of that, but the start of a new year is an annual reminder to her to stay focused on and invest energy in the things that really matter. In this…

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Encouragement is a Three Letter Word

Daddy's backyard, 1989.

Any big change in life can be hard. Change during a pandemic? Harder. What have you done to encourage others? How has someone encouraged you? Like a cup of cool water in an arid wasteland, encouragement can make the difference between giving up and taking the next step. To encourage is to inject with courage.…

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