the wisdom blog
Presence: A Parent’s Biggest Gift
By Lisa Smith What your child needs most isn’t another toy or activity—it’s you. They crave moments when you're...
By the Sea, Love Found Its Way Back
A note from Karen Mulder: the following post is written by my nephew. It’s a condensed version of a short story...
The Two Hands of Life
Have you ever wondered if it's okay to feel joy when you're also feeling sad or are suffering? A wise person once...
It Is Really True!
It is really true: when I take a few minutes each day to connect with a person who is struggling, I experience more...
The Test of True Love
I passed the True Love Test! Or maybe I should say Larry passed the test. I answered “yes” to all four of the...
Advice to Retired Seniors
A note from Karen: our friends Barb and Bill Bredemeier share a deep commitment not only to their faith, but to...
Think BELL to Care Well
Want to know a quick way to remember what to say or do when a friend is hurting? Here’s my answer: think BELL. My...
Sleeping with Bread
One of my favorite books is Sleeping with Bread. Isn’t that an interesting title?! It begins with this sobering,...
