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12 Questions

Not everyone feels discontent. In fact, I know some people who would say that there is nothing they would want to change in their lives right now. However, I know a whole lot more of people who want to change their lives for the better – that includes me. I have found a new “hero” in Ellen Welty, who wrote the article “12 Questions that will change your life.” I seriously had to sit here and think for a very long time as ...


Managing School AND Work

school As we say goodbye to an old year, we are all making goals in our minds. We may not all be writing them down, but I am sure that others have at least an idea of what they want to achieve in the next year. I, for one, am thinking of going back to school – if only part-time. I need to keep my full-time job and I think that with a little juggling, I can manage both. If you are thinking of doing the same thing, ...


Gay Affirming Church The homosexual issue has always been controversial, although it has become less so in certain circles over the years. One proof of this is Highlands Church in Denver, which openly welcomes gays and lesbians to its congregation. Led by Rev. Mark Tidd, the church has broken away from tradition. In fact, the Reverend delivers a weekly welcome speech including these words: “queer or straight here, there's no hate here.” As can be expected, the church has drawn a lot of attention – both positive and negative. ...


tears I have found myself crying a lot in the past few weeks. I think that during this period, I have cried more than I have in the last 10 years. I know there is an underlying reason, but I also know that I do not want people to know what I am going through. I’d bite my lip till it bled before I let others see me cry. Yeah, I have failed a lot lately. One thing I have learned: crying serves a purpose, and it shouldn’t be ...


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