Every November, this season arrives, reminding us—ready or not—of the essential practice of gratitude. Thanksgiving calls us to pause, breathe, and notice the blessings that shape our lives, even in challenging times. Before President Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a national holiday during the Civil War, President George Washington issued the first federal proclamation for the holiday […]
Ethics isn’t theory—it’s personal. In this heartfelt reflection, Susan Gunn shares the life principles shaped by her parents, experience, and faith—and why defining your own may be the most ethical act of all.
Empathy is not weakness—but it’s also not the full answer. In a world divided by outrage, what we need more than ever is moral courage, truth, and deep humanity.
After a week of personal grief and national unrest, I’m left with one question: Where has our empathy gone? This post is my honest reflection on why caring—truly caring—isn’t optional anymore. It’s essential.
A few weeks ago, I found myself unexpectedly caring for a feral cat recovering from a spay procedure. I had helped trap two cats as part of a trap-neuter-return effort and was working with two experienced animal rescue organizations —one I’d known for a while. It was a stressful time for everyone, but what I […]
