An Instance of the Fingerpost

A Steve Orr Scripture ReflectionSteve Orr      https://Steveorr.blogspot.com An Instance of the Fingerpost, that wonderful novel by Iain Pears, kicks off with a murder, and then … well, then the interesting stuff starts.  They say the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. And I say, without good directions it could be a … Read more

Money: what it is; why we need it; how we get it.

Money is a word we use to describe portable, exchangeable value.In the smash hit Nintendo game, “Animal Crossing,” players quickly discover that they need “bells.” Without “bells,” they cannot have a home, or clothes, or gardens. Sure, there are things they can do —like watch a sunset— but, there are clear limits. In that game, … Read more

The Bathroom Poets Gospel

For many years, I frequented a restaurant in Cambridge, Massachusetts named Algiers. It was a favorite. Delicious Middle Eastern food; truly fine coffee. Cambridge was quite a distance from my home. So, every time I was at Algiers, I went to the bathroom before starting the long series of subway rides home.  That’s where I first … Read more

The Sensational Valentines Day

The Sensational Valentine’s DayBy Patricia WilliamsonPatricia WilliamsonThe Sensational Valentine’s DayLife is a complicated enigma. Everyone, be it scientists, the religious folk, atheists, pagans, you name it, are all trying to figure out what life’s purpose is. Why live for 50 years just to die? 80 perhaps? Even 20 years is such a long time! The … Read more

Building Financial Strength

Introduction:The Chef Thymes is thrilled to have this series of articles on finances.  Whether you are 10 or 60 it is never to early or too late to learn financial principles for a sound mind. This article contributes to building financial confidence by Steve Orr.  Stephen is a regular contributor in our Coaches Corner  which … Read more

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