Reading this amazingly succinct story, it’s sheer brevity holds the essence of a life story. I'm very grateful to Ernio for creating this special space.

A few weeks ago after the busy Christmas season was over, I gave myself some luxurious reading time. First on the list was the pile of potentially interesting newspaper articles that I’d put aside during the months leading up to Christmas. One headline caught my eye: “You’re not as virtuous as you think you are.” What might this one teach me?

Ursula Le Guin has a short and powerful message for us all. In her award acceptance speech, Ursula Le Guin urges writers to envision alternatives to capitalism.

“The words humus, humble and human have the same root.”

“Kenny – A Knight in Shining Overalls.” I really enjoyed this movie. It's filled with Kenny's shining examples of kindness in real life, despite the unkindnesses loaded onto him. Inspiring.