Monthly Archives: February 2014

The power of math can be exponential

Posted on February 27, 2014 by Kate Kresse

When I was in elementary school, my parents made sure that I learned. They knew that all of my subjects were important, certainly. But I have special memories of discussing literature and history over the dinner table. They made sure … Continue reading →

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The contented soul is all alone with God

Posted on February 22, 2014 by Kate Kresse

Have you ever had a sleepless night or a stressful week? I know, that’s a stupid question. I think this lovely poem by good old Robert Louis Stevenson provides an apt description of “getting away from the world” and “spending … Continue reading →

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The precise moment when friendship is formed

Posted on February 21, 2014 by Kate Kresse

I was thinking about friendship, and the many forms it takes. Then I stumbled upon this quote: “We cannot tell the precise moment when friendship is formed. As in filling a vessel drop by drop, there is at last a … Continue reading →

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The longer I live, the more beautiful life becomes

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Kate Kresse

William James wrote “Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does“. I typically use a lot of words when I speak and when I write. I am much more Steinbeck than Hemingway. There are times when someone writes … Continue reading →

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There are so many reasons that Peter is my favorite apostle

Posted on February 15, 2014 by Kate Kresse

“And the God of all grace, who called you to His eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will Himself restore you and make you strong, firm, and steadfast.” 1 Peter 5:10 Why did he write … Continue reading →

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