by David Hayward | Aug 29, 2013 | Feelings
I remember a few years ago I read through the Old Testament book of Joshua in one sitting. I was first of all overwhelmed with the violence. But I was also very impressed with how many times the phrase “Do not be afraid” was said. This is always something...
by David Hayward | Aug 28, 2013 | Spirituality
I started running a few years ago. I hated it. My first run was a mile. Horrible! But I kept it up. Now, a few years later, I can call myself a runner. I used to be in a state of running a few times a week. Now, I’m in a stage where I can legitimately call...
by David Hayward | Aug 27, 2013 | Exercises
Because some of our members have requested this, I am listing 10 of the most helpful books I could find in my library about committed relationships. I’m sure there must be some missing that we’ve loaned out. But here’s what I got. (Now, I want to...
by David Hayward | Aug 26, 2013 | Feelings
I take my dog Abby for a walk a couple of times a day. At one point this morning as we were walking I said, “You’re a good dog, aren’t you Abby!?” She looked up at me and opened her mouth as if she was smiling, skipped a little in her step,...
by David Hayward | Aug 24, 2013 | Spirituality
Here’s a fun little spiritual exercise you can do when you have a spare moment to browse the internet: Go to google search. Type in “Jesus and (fill in the blank)”. Try “Jesus and Buddha”. Or “Jesus and Native Spirituality”....