COMMENTARY

Spring is upon us, and for most our annual spring cleaning is underway. We once again open windows, closet doors, dresser drawers, and storage bins, using the fresh air as motivation to take stock...

From our common law beginnings, the intent of our legal system has always been to find the balance in protecting the rights of individuals with those of the larger community. Simply put: you steal...

I agree with William Cowper’s famous expression, “Variety is the spice of life that gives it all its flavour”—except that is, where food is concerned. I have never been one to seek out...

“Why have you forsaken me?” Those are haunting words and I cannot imagine they were uttered in anything other than complete distress, if not despair, for in the midst of colossal suffering Jesus...

It would be nice if solving the problems we see around us were as simple as some would have us believe. It seems there is true bliss in ignorance, in believing that we can find solutions by ignoring...

Comfort zones—we all have them. Those safe and familiar places we retreat to when we feel overwhelmed or afraid. Comfort zones are necessary for rest and relaxation. They’re healing places...

In today’s world of uncertainty and turmoil, it would seem we are past the age of innocence. If you read and listen to both conventional and social media, you may have noticed that this has united...

Many of us have thoughtfully reflected upon what dreams and desires we would like to experience in this new year. It’s natural to desire positive change, but if you’re at all like me, you need...