The Color of Friendship

THE COLOR OF FRIENDSHIP Once upon a time the colors of the world started to quarrel. All claimed that they were the best. The most important. The most useful. The favorite. Green said: “Clearly I am the most important. I am the sign of life and of hope. I...

Recipe for Kindness

RECIPE FOR KINDNESS Fold two hands together And express a dash of sorrow Marinate it overnight And work on it tomorrow. Chop one grudge in tiny pieces Add several cups of love Dredge with a largeĀ  sized smile Mix with the ingredients above. Dissolve the hate within you, By...

Where U Are Needed

WHERE “U” ARE NEEDED… “U” are needed in Bible ST_DY, but not in IGNORANCE. “U” are needed in S_PPORT, but not in NEGLECT. “U” are needed in _NITY, but not in DIVISION. “U” are needed in D_TY, but not in IRRESPONSIBILITY. “U” are needed in B_ILDING, but not in...

Wash Day

WASH DAY Monday Wash Day Lord, help me wash away all my selfishness and vanity, so I may serve you with perfect humility through the week ahead. Tuesday Ironing Day Dear Lord, help me iron out all the wrinkles of prejudice I have collected through the years so that...

Unconditional Love

UNCONDITIONAL LOVE A story is told about a soldier who was finally coming home after having fought in foreign lands. He called his parents from San Francisco. “Mom and Dad, I’m coming home, but I’ve a favor to ask. I have a friend I’d like to bring home with...