For those of us who did not have online news and social media as children, do you remember enjoying The Reader’s Digest? Honestly, there was only one section that I really enjoyed as a child: “Laughter Is the Best Medicine.” Perhaps that is why I still enjoy a good “Dad Joke” every now and then. … Continue reading What Kind of Medicine is Laughter?
Month: October 2023
What Do You Do When the World Is a Mess?
The year is not over, but it is obvious that this has been a troubled year thus far. We have watched inflation rates rise steadily along with the price of everything else. We have witnessed war in Ukraine. We have seen mobs in action. We have been shocked as hatred spilled over in the Middle … Continue reading What Do You Do When the World Is a Mess?
Upstream or Downstream?
When I was young, all of the cool kids wore two different colored Izod shirts (one on top of the other). Later, Jams clothing was the rage. And today, whether it’s shoes, coats, or auto accessories, young people still go with the flow. (Adults do too, of course.) Most people tend to go along with … Continue reading Upstream or Downstream?
Are You Worried about the Next Generation?
I experienced two things this past week that caused me to think. I had the opportunity to help with a school’s See You at the Pole event. I also had the opportunity to speak to the Baptist Student Union at ECCC about making a difference. Both opportunities involved great teens and young adults. However, both … Continue reading Are You Worried about the Next Generation?
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