Sometimes I am surprised with what resonates with folks who read these inspirational messages. Each evening I sit down with my laptop and on good days an idea comes to me. Other days are more difficult and I have to go after an idea. Sometimes I think some ideas are inspired. Other times, I am sure than I concocted an idea and only can hope somehow God can bless it and use it. But getting an idea is not sufficient. I have to shape the idea and give it form in writing. Often that is fairly easy. Other times it is like a trip to the dentist…a great deal of pulling! My ideas that are shaped and written become little gifts thrown out there to the world. But they are unconditional gifts. I have no control or demands on the gifts. If they are meaningful or help someone, I am humbled and grateful. Occasionally, I learn that some particular ...