Monthly Archives: March 2014

In NY Times, Kate Zernkie writes “The Spa-fication of America.” The International Spa Association reports the number of hotels or resorts offering spas have more than tripled: from 473 spas in 2000, to 1,662 spas in 2004.  Spas are offering … Continue reading →

Turning Point Daily Devotional had this last week. On January 12, 1997, two Swiss men set out to be the first to circle the earth in a high-tech, solar-powered, pressurized, hot-air balloon.  Not long after launch, however, strong fumes from … Continue reading →

In the Korean culture, people give their gifts with both hands, especially to older people to show respect.  However, there is another important meaning behind in two handed giving.  By giving with both hands, one communicates, “I am not holding … Continue reading →

Our Daily Bread told a story of  a man once spent a day installing large stone steps in his backyard.  His 5-year-old daughter saw and begged to help, but he suggested she just sing to encourage him in his work. … Continue reading →

Years ago, a music teacher at a very small countryside school needed a piano for her student.  So she decided to send a letter to Henry Ford of Ford Motor Corp. asking for a donation. “Sir, our school is in … Continue reading →