It’s March, we’ve settled into the new year, and by now you are writing the date correctly when you are inclined to do so. It’s also that time of year when it’s a bit easier to look back upon 2011 with some perspective.

In 2011, charitable giving in the U.S. grew to $346 billion. Some project that giving will grow to $360 billion by the end of 2012 – a growth of 3.9%. The ultimate ... read full post  |  2 comments

I’m not very generous. I’d like to be, but what is it that keeps me from being generous?

Generous is from the root word "genus," which is a reference to birth, blood, or family. It's a quality that reflects a condition of the heart, mind, and soul. Classically, it was defined as nobleness of soul.

I like that: nobleness of soul. We don’t talk like that anymore, but perhaps we should. ... read full post

Regret. What is it? The dictionary defines it as "a feeling of disappointment or distress about something that one wishes could be different."

It that’s the case, here’s the question: Will we have regret in heaven? Will we wish something could be different?

Hey, heaven’s supposed to be the perfect place. No more crying. No more tears. The ... read full post  |  2 comments