People have a hard time letting go of their suffering. Out of a fear of the unknown, they prefer the suffering that is familiar. — Thich Nhat Hanh. I know people who are constantly miserable. I bet you do as well. You ask them, “How are things going?” And you soon regret asking the question. You…

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Suzy and I are home from our time visiting Fort Ticonderoga and a week at the Chautauqua Institution, an experience I recommend to anyone from any place and of any age. New York and Pennsylvania are big states with much more going for them than New York City and Philadelphia. Get away from the cities…

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