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Think back on one of your very worst moments ever. No doubt, that’s a strange way to start an article, but there’s a constructive point to it.

Some people are very clear where they are going and what they want to do after their college studies, whereas others are confused. Those who thought they knew their purpose in life and did not find it may feel unsatisfied and confused or hopeless about their future.

It was a moment in time when you could only gush in praise of God. I was alone on a frozen New England lake under a flawless cerulean winter sky.

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.