Monthly Archives: September 2011

The Purpose of Grief

Posted on September 21, 2011 by rguy

I recently read that “the purpose of grief is to help you reach the point in your life when you can remember without the pain.” How do you understand the purpose of grief? I think grief has another purpose.

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Facing Down Death’s Agenda

Posted on September 20, 2011 by rguy

Last week was emotionally difficult. Really difficult. Our family had several anniversaries and a memorial, not including the anniversary of September 11. (My wife was there in NYC.) The emotional difficulty didn’t show itself as a direct result of these … Continue reading →

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Digital Crystal Ball

Posted on September 16, 2011 by rguy

Care for a look at what the future will be like? The Singularity hub website has a large cache of interesting articles based on science and future predictions. I particularly like the page dedicated to longevity and health. This digital … Continue reading →

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Prayer for 9/11

Posted on September 10, 2011 by rguy

A couple of days ago I was trying to clear my laptop of excess files and was happy to find many memories of what really matters in life. It helped remind me of my life basics. This is particularly appropriate … Continue reading →

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Marking Anniversaries for the Dead

Posted on September 9, 2011 by rguy

September 11, Memorial Day, Veterans Day, July 4th, Presidents Day, VJ Day. Anniversaries we mark to honor the lives of our compatriots. Some survivors, millions now gone and leaving a gaping hole in our hearts. Not a day goes by … Continue reading →

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Why We Crave the New

Posted on September 3, 2011 by rguy

Humans are forever creating new things, making new connections and wanting to hear what’s new. Why is that? Is it, like I was taught, that we are covetous, lustful and insatiable? Or is it, like religious teachers assure us, the proof … Continue reading →

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Anniversaries Before and After

Posted on September 1, 2011 by rguy

Not a day goes by that I don’t miss my father. His passing has changed my life in many ways, not the least of which are anniversaries. His birthday. Father’s Day. Their wedding anniversary. Anniversaries of family reunions, etc. In … Continue reading →

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