A Healing Dose of Poetry

A Healing Dose of Poetry

By Pam Vukelic “Medicines and surgery may cure, but only reading and writing poetry can heal.” – J. Arroyo, author  Poetry is enjoying a resurgence of popularity, and that’s especially true of young people (age 18-24). A recent National Endowment for the Arts...
For your well-being: Letting Joy Win

For your well-being: Letting Joy Win

By Tara Feil, PhD, Clinical Psychologist  The work of a mom is never finished. Diapers are traded for homework help and midnight calls from budding young adults learning the ropes of life. At all ages, mom is an ever-present giver, soother, teacher, and confidant, and...
Shauna Laber: An Authentic Voice for Child Abuse & Foster Care

Shauna Laber: An Authentic Voice for Child Abuse & Foster Care

By Marci Narum  Submitted photos  When someone says the words “North Dakota” and “Arizona” in the same sentence, it’s often in reference to travel and the trip is typically from north to south, especially between late October and early March. North Dakota snowbirds...
Oh Man: Dr. Herb Wilson

Oh Man: Dr. Herb Wilson

By Tracie Bettenhausen  Dr. Herbert J. Wilson turned 98 years old on Apr. 15, 2019.  “I’m not 100 yet. Every day is precious,” he says.  Herb’s life has been one he and his wife, Lilian, could never have dreamed up in the days, months, and years...
Companionship For Parents of a Child With Aggression Issues

Companionship For Parents of a Child With Aggression Issues

By Paula Redmann  Oh, the twists and turns of being a parent. Raising little humans, wanting nothing, NOTHING, more than for your child to be happy, healthy, and strong — to watch them skip down the sidewalk, experience joy, make friends and memories, have birthday...