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Fear, Bitterness, Regret, Shame… each of these emotions can haunt us and rob us of the vital energy needed to focus on growth and progress. When these emotions hold our attention, they ultimately hold back our ability to focus on the creative gifts that we could offer to the world around …

Join us in sending love, real support and prayers to everyone affected by the catastrophic flooding and devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey. We are incredibly moved and inspired by the courageous rescuers who put their lives on the line and brave citizens who are working to rebuild their shattered communities …

I’ll bet nearly everyone knows the name of the man that invented the light bulb. Thomas Edison was one of the most successful innovators in American history. He is an iconic genius who seemed to magically snatch ideas from thin air. But he also stumbled – sometimes tremendously. His teachers …

The moon’s powerful pull influences every living thing on our planet. It controls our tides – and the rhythm of the moon’s phases has guided humanity for millennia. Our calendar months, for example, are roughly equal to the time it takes to go from one full moon to the next. …

Memorial Day is a holiday when many of us gather with those we love and celebrate the many gifts that are ours because of the amazing freedoms that we enjoy in this nation that we live. If you look all around you at this moment, you probably notice many things …

Lady Liberty has been a beacon of hope welcoming scores of dreamers to America’s shores for many decades. The role Ellis Island played in our nation’s history is so immense it is estimated that close to 40 percent of all US citizens can trace at least one of their ancestors …

It was Jan 1, 2015, the first day of a new year. I had gotten off work earlier that morning from working a New Years Eve show the night before. It was a cold day and as I started my day I began my normal routine, eat breakfast, shower and get dressed. …

With life today moving at warp speed, it’s common to get so caught up in our own issues that we easily overlook opportunities to make a real difference in someone else’s day. The people we come in contact with during our daily interactions may have some great challenges going on …

Our words have great influence in the lives of those around us, and spoken affirmations or “blessings” can bring hope, encouragement, and self-esteem to our families, friends, and others. However, opportunities to genuinely affirm, or bless others pass us by every day! No doubt, all of us at some time …

Through supporting the Food Bank over many years, members of the Madrona Club of Orcas Island came to realize that some Food Bank clients may not have adequate cooking facilities, time, and/or experience to prepare “from scratch” meals. After much discussion, they came up with the idea of providing basic …