REMEMBERING THE PROMISE
I remember the moment she placed the ring on my finger…
Read MoreLOVE IS ALL YOU NEED
Why are we so obsessed with love? In every genre of art and entertainment, from novels to songs and films; love, romance and sex sells…
Read MoreDEATH AS A DOCTOR: CONCLUSION
These 4 stories shared in the weeks past are only a sampling of the many ways people approach death and dying. In a profession where prolonging life is typically the main aim, death makes the practice of medicine feel ultimately futile...
Read MoreA CAUTIONARY TALE
Cautionary tales are not my forte, but this is an important one.
It begins on a beautiful summer afternoon, as two people are joined in holy matrimony. Their names are somewhat unimportant, but for the sake of telling this story, let’s call one Frank and the other Shelly...
Read MoreLOUISE THE GREETER
I won’t pretend I know Louise, I won’t even tell you that we’re casual acquaintances. I’ve only met her once, and that one encounter lasted for all of three seconds. But those three seconds left me feeling an indescribable sense of joy. Let me tell you the story...
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