Living

"Your words are the bricks and mortar of the dreams you want to realize. Your words are the greatest power you have. The words you choose and their use establish the life you experience.

The Bible is full of stories of "new beginnings." In the first pages we read of God who creates the heaven and earth and breathes new life. Then we begin again after the flood with Noah and his family.

I like to think of myself as musical. Once, I was in a choir. Another time, I played the clarinet. Never mind that the conductor didn't allow me to perform with the high school band. I still tooted the thing in practice.

January is more than half over already. How many of your New Year's resolutions are still in play? There is something about the new year that begs us to try to change. We know we can do better, and a fresh year seems like a great time to start.

Quintet of talented artists featured in show that provides colourful break from winter blues

Couples are returning to the altar in increasing numbers, as second and third weddings are becoming ever more popular.

Popular movies and television shows give the impression that the job of the father of the bride in a wedding is ultimately about making sure the festivities are adequately funded.

When unsure, it's best to be overdressed

This will age me, I know, but it's something I'm going to admit: I'm really bad at selfies. Other people - and by this, I mean people of a more junior generation - have mastered the art of the yours-truly photo. They shoot selfies on the bus.