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There are reasons why poetry moves us. Masters of the written word convey feelings and emotions using only a few words, managing to deeply connect souls. What is most remarkable about this way of ...

After a loved one's death, the author struggled to find the right words when informing friends and family. Many people avoid contact with the grieving out of fear of saying the wrong thing, but this ...

In a recent column about my gratitude journal, I mentioned that on Aug. 6 I completely forgot I was supposed to speak at the First United Methodist Church of Conway. The forgetting was due to a family ...

Many WWII veterans returned home, but their wartime experiences were often left unspoken. Silence can protect families from trauma, but it can also isolate veterans. Honoring silence through presence ...