by Larry Wilson | Nov 3, 2003 | Disappointment, Grief, Newsletter, Pain
All of us have felt the frustration of losing something rather important to us, such as a set of keys or that matching sock. But more devastating is facing the loss of something or someone that’s very important. Losses such as financial security, a marriage, a...
by Larry Wilson | Dec 2, 2002 | Newsletter, Perseverance
Rocky the boxer, Shackleton the explorer, and Joseph the betrayed brother all shared something that many of us need–perseverance. Webster defines perseverance, “to persist in a state or undertaking in spite of counter influences, opposition, or...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Sep 3, 2002 | Faith, Healing, Life skills, Newsletter, Pain, Relationships
Two summers ago I found myself in a real life Alfred Hitchcock-like drama. Ending a morning of weeding, I yanked up a dead shrub exposing a yellow jacket-nest. I didn’t realize their presence until my stinging limbs signaled my peril. I honestly wondered if I...
by Larry Wilson | Dec 3, 2001 | Communication, Life skills, Newsletter, Relationships
The “Fonz” on TV’s Happy Days was fun to watch as he swaggered about. In real life arrogant people aren’t always fun to watch. They can be hard to love and can even cause hurt and harm to others. The line between arrogance and confidence is...
by Larry Wilson | Aug 3, 2001 | Broken Relationships, Healing, Newsletter
Restoring something to its original beauty and function is rewarding. The outcome makes the effort and expense worthwhile. Restoring people is an even greater experience. Helping someone get back on track brings a lot of joy to us here and in heaven. How can we help...
by Larry Wilson | Apr 3, 2001 | Broken Relationships, Newsletter, Pain, Perspective, Rejection, Relationships
Troy Aikman, former all-pro quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys, spoke through tears at a recent news conference of his memories and sadness over being released by his team. The Cowboys said they wanted to go in a different direction which didn’t include Troy...
