by S J Thompson | Apr 7, 2024 | Health & Beauty
True Beauty and its “Ugly” Truths: Beauty – that elusive concept that has confounded philosophers, poets, and selfie-takers alike for centuries (well, probably not the selfie-takers). From the ancient Greeks to modern-day Instagram influencers, we’ve...
by S J Thompson | Mar 23, 2024 | Inspirational
Have you ever found your mind wandering during prayer, drifting off to grocery lists or upcoming tasks instead of focusing on the sacred moment at hand? If so, you’re not alone. Distraction in prayer is a common struggle, one that I’ve personally grappled...
by S J Thompson | Mar 10, 2024 | Blog, Inspirational
Philosophy, the pursuit of understanding fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and values, provides a lens through which we interpret the world. It’s like trying to decipher the meaning behind your cat’s incessant meowing or why your socks...
by S J Thompson | Jan 14, 2024 | Blog
Back in 2011, I was traveling to Phoenix, Arizona with my daughter. It was a beautiful fall day and, as is common for Arizona, we drove through several changes in the weather during our four-hour trip. It had been raining at one point and just as we were...
by S J Thompson | Jan 1, 2024 | Blog
I stand at the end – and also at the beginning… Watching, as another year merges into the past. From us it’s gone, but years never really die – They only take their place in history. Still, I turn and look back, compelled to say goodbye. Goodbye old heartaches...