My Mom, a Positive Influence

Editor’s Note: This was an entry in the 2011 “Who Inspires You” contest by Linda Boyd Mom is my inspiration. She encouraged me in my growing up years and she continues to be a positive influence. In the 50’s mom had several loses in her life. Her...

Arthritis: More than just joint pain

By Kylie Blanchard It’s a condition that affects individuals of all ages, including children, and occurs in both males and females. Although “arthritis” is a general term used to describe joint pain, there are approximately 70 million adults nationwide that suffer...

Lisa's Gluten Free & More

by Tina Ding After receiving a flu shot, Lisa Helseth’s heart began racing. She reached out for medical help. However, following numerous doctor appointments and emergency room visits, her health continued to decline. She sought medical treatment for a host of...

A Beautiful Woman

Editor’s Note: This was an entry in the 2011 “Who Inspires You” contest. by Kathleen Atkinson, OSB There was nothing magnanimous in the gesture. I was with a GOD’s CHILD service team at Panajachel, Guatemala, and we were eating breakfast when...

My Sister Lois

Editor’s note: This story was the third place winner in the 2012 “Who Inspires You” contest. By Joanne Kabanuck As I was waiting for my flight to Indianapolis in October 2011, I was thinking about the last time I’d seen my sister in August 2010 and...

Everlasting Grace

Editor’s note: This story was the first place winner in our 2012 “Who Inspires You” contest. by Cheryl McCormack “I wanna give her the world I wanna hold her hand I wanna be her mom for as long as I can and I wanna live every moment until that day...