Looking Back: Reminiscing On The Old Year
As we approach the new year, I think it is a good time for looking back on the year that is coming to a close. How can we know where we are going if we forget where we have been?
Category: Personal Reflections
Holiday Joy: Reliving Great Memories
As it is Christmas Eve, I thought I’d lighten the mood with some holiday joy. Hopefully, we all have holiday memories that bring us joy. For me, there are a few specific Christmases that really stick out in my mind. There are plenty of memories that bring me joy and happiness.
Holiday Loneliness: Missing Pieces of Our Hearts
The holidays fill many people with joy. However, many people also experience great sadness during the holidays. Many of us experience depression from missing departed loved ones. When we are dealing with holiday loneliness, sometimes it feels like we will never be happy again.
Best Friends: Defining Our Strongest Relationships
I’ve had several people that I have considered my best friends at different times in my life. A lot of things can happen that cause changes in these relationships., and we should cherish our friendships for what they bring into our lives.
Chosen Family: Who We Spend Quality Time With
We all have different reasons for spending time with friends instead of family over the holidays. Distance or estrangement or even lack of a family altogether can push us to create a chosen family.
Physical Intimacy: More Than Sexual Chemistry
One of the most basic and primal desires in our relationships is physical contact. Almost immediately, everyone thinks of sexual intimacy. But the physical intimacy that I am talking about is less than that, and yet much deeper than sex all at the same time.
Wayne Cochran