In the Hollow of a Tree

In the Hollow of a Tree

“There was an old man who was born blind. He lived in the hollow of a tree and he’d never seen the beauty of the world around him. When offered the gift of sight by the missionary doctors, he refused. He said, ‘I am content to simply smell the roses.’ And when asked,...

Forgiving Myself?

Forgiving Myself?

The topic was forgiveness, and I wondered how long it would take before it took off in another direction. I didn’t have to wait long. I’d been down this road many times before. In fact, in all my years of recovery groups, only once had I heard something drastically...

Cytokines and T Regs

Cytokines and T Regs

The immune system is our internal battalion. However, while it can protect us from a myriad of foes, it can also become an enemy. Autoimmune conditions are examples of immune systems gone rogue. We need an immune system that is vigilant and decisive without...