Scientists in the Arctic have bored down through two miles of ice and discovered ancient lakes that lie below. To their surprise they found evidence of simple microbial life thriving there. In spite of harsh, inhospitable conditions, life found a way to excel and thrive. In the seemingly cold, harsh conditions of our world here […]
This was written by Calvin Seerveld, the uncle of my best friend. It’s a reminder to me of the power of small acts and the significance of work no matter how mundane. Heck, washing the dishes can be a sacred act… My father is a seller of fish. We children know the business too having […]
Our country values the myth of the “rugged individualist”. We are enamored with the resolve of one person to succeed in the midst of adversity. We have been socialized through cultural influences to believe that we, too, must be a rugged individualist. In fact, popular culture perpetuates the message that you are the most important […]