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In today’s world , the quest for true security and safety is in full force. Although people may invest their money in hiring bodyguards, installing security systems, or building houses with barriers, people still feel insecure.

Have you ever been about to do something really exciting for the first time ever, and suddenly the wind was taken out of your sails? Some years ago, I was to compete in my first martial arts tournament. Upon entering the venue, amongst a bustling crowd, I found my sensei (instructor) leaving.

A few years ago, I was awake in the wee hours of the night struggling with sadness, fear, and guilt about my family. After a divorce and rearing three children on my own, I was challenged with extreme prodigal behavior, financial distress, and other woes associated with single parenthood.

Golden aspen leaves were lazily drifting in an Indian summer breeze, landing in a pool of still water. I sat on the bank of a mountain stream.

I was introduced to Christian Science by dear friends after decades of belonging to another Christian denomination. Prior to turning to Christian Science, I had severe health problems for which I sought medical treatment.

Scene One: It is fast approaching time for church elections of new board members at my branch church. I have served two prior times on the board, already have a number of meaningful, time-consuming jobs at church, and I do not want to be on the board.

Our three-year-old grandson, Asher, was mis-behaving; he didn’t want to finish his macaroni and cheese. His interest was in playing with his toy fireman.

One evening, as I pulled into the church parking lot for the Wednesday evening service, I learned an important meeting with our lawyer had been delayed—yet again. This meeting revolved around a sensitive legal matter that had caused me and my family a great deal of anguish.

A few months ago, my wife and I had lunch at a coffee house. It was very quiet.

Late in the New England winter when the sharp edge of the March wind is replaced by a gentler, softer current, it’s an indication that soon, if not straightaway, spring will gain ground and winter will loosen its hold. It’s a sign, and signs such as these are encouraging.