Every culture has jargon, common words and phrases that mean something to those in the group. I’m not against these phrases. Some commonly used phrases, however, are more than a tired collection of words. They’re harmful. They inaccurately reflect something … Continued
As I write this, a family of squirrels meanders around my backyard. There must be a baker’s dozen of them. The whole deal is quite distracting for someone with A.D.D. Squirrel. Anyway, this is my writing backdrop. Something about squirrel life calms … Continued
Obsession with self is increasingly the norm today. Turn on the TV. Scroll through your social media timeline. It’s all about what’s wrong with everyone else, and what’s awesome about the person speaking. We’ve accumulated debt that will inevitably cripple … Continued
Curiosity is one of the most important spiritual disciplines you’ve never heard of. That’s right, curiosity. Curiosity is wired into us. If you’ve ever fallen in love, typed something in a Google search box, watched the news, opened the Bible, … Continued
So, the year is again new. Your tree has reached its final resting place, along with Ho-Ho and other Christmas decor. Now you’re ready to tackle 2018. We love this time of year, don’t we? A fresh calendar seems to … Continued
The Bayside Blog launched some eleven months ago. We hoped the words on this site would offer life, challenge people to examine their faith, encourage them to dig deep spiritual roots. However, in the midst of launching a new blog, … Continued
Music. Lights. Honeybaked Ham. Red Velvet Cake. Presents. Laughing. Sharing. Reminiscing. Family. It’s the most wonderful time of the year…until it’s not. This year, my family will celebrate Thanksgiving without my grandmother. Mimi, we called her. Her ability to cook … Continued
Raise your hand if you’re interested in a happier, healthier, more content life? What about less worry and anxiety? Or how about more energy and optimism? Ooooh. OOOooh. OOOOH. Pick me. According to multiple studies, the gateway to improved psychological, … Continued
(This is the second of two posts. We live in a free country, so you can go ahead with part 2. But if you don’t read Part 1, you will be lost, like middle of the desert without pantaloons or … Continued
The Enneagram has changed every area of my life. Marriage. Parenting. Faith. All of it. I talked about this in a previous post. I believe the Enneagram can transform your life by revealing who you really are, expanding your capacity … Continued