And just like that, a young life was extinguished as a brave young woman lost her courageous battle to a brain tumor. Michelle Boyd DeJong, a community champion, and former student, was a fighter in every sense of the word. A beautiful young girl, … [Read more...]
Roots
February 2, 2016 by
This trip to India has been a grounding experience for me. Visiting after 4 years, I am enjoying my ancestral home and it's many memories. The vacuum created by Mom and Dad's passing is more vivid in these surroundings. Without them, there is an … [Read more...]
Look Ahead
January 26, 2016 by
I have a tendency to look back as a way of learning from my mistakes — and there are plenty of them. Introspection is necessary and can serve as a great teacher. However, dwelling in the past seldom does anyone any good. Focus on the promise of … [Read more...]
Paula
January 25, 2016 by
Life can be so cruel sometimes. A 28 year old single mother succumbed to cancer leaving behind two small children and a heartbroken family. How does one provide solace to a 4 year old, except to hold him close? His life will certainly never be the … [Read more...]
