Hope Chest

Not that long ago, a hope chest was a piece of furniture used by an unmarried young woman to store clothing and household items to be used after she got married. Presumably, the chest and its contents represented her hope for the future. All the good people of Westville ever wanted was a better life. … Continue reading Hope Chest →

Suggestibility

As our parents aged, we noticed they became less able to make good decisions. My father was once a man in charge, making major decisions for a Fortune 500 company. But, in his last few years of life, he relied on me. Whenever I would try to explain his finances or some decision I had … Continue reading Suggestibility →