Category Archives: Spiritual Contemplation

Lessons from the Sage

Posted on April 5, 2019 by Doc Arnett

I marvel at the determination of tender shoots forcing their way up through whatever lies between them and sunlight. Continue reading →

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Better than Oatmeal

Posted on April 4, 2019 by Doc Arnett

According to Quaker Oats, a bowl of their product is a great way to start your day and lower your cholesterol. Choosing to be our best self might be an even better start! Continue reading →

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Bike & Hike

Posted on April 2, 2019 by Doc Arnett

It’s not a new fitness strategy but sometimes a three-mile bike ride ends up with a three-mile hike… Continue reading →

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Riding the Long Hills and Singing in the Dark

Posted on March 28, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Singing old hymns together in the car gave me good memories of my dad… and much more. Continue reading →

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Think Not Too Lightly of Life’s Little Things

Posted on March 26, 2019 by Doc Arnett

In the same way the least bit of light can shine through the darkness, our kindness and encouragement can lift the hearts of others. Continue reading →

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The Fine Art of Apology

Posted on March 22, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Know someone who just can’t ever admit they’re wrong about anything? Only one thing you can do for someone like that… Continue reading →

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Something Deeper, Stronger, Better

Posted on March 21, 2019 by Doc Arnett

There is something… in all that is truly good… something stronger than the storm… Continue reading →

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An Old Farmer Takes Stock of Loss

Posted on March 20, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Any time when we have the opportunity to help someone else is a time for sowing good seed, whether in tragedy or just the usual. Continue reading →

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The Inertia of Sadness

Posted on March 19, 2019 by Doc Arnett

In the same way that one simple thing or another can trigger depression, doing one simple thing can be the start to turning things around. Continue reading →

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Off the Tracks

Posted on March 14, 2019 by Doc Arnett

What kind of wind does it take to knock a train off the tracks? The kind that blew in New Mexico yesterday, I guess. Continue reading →

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