materialism

  • A Con in a Can: The Relentless Chase for More

    ByAllen Reding

    As kids, we thought a ham in a can looked glamorous—until we tried it and found it slimy and disappointing. That quick lesson stuck: packaging can lie. Casinos push the same fantasy—flashy lights promising big wins, but mostly draining pockets and hope. And real stories? Like the lottery winner who cursed his fortune instead of celebrating it, remind us that “more” doesn’t always mean better. Proverbs matters: wealth gained quickly seldom lasts. True gain grows slowly—and quietly holds meaning long after the shine has faded.

  • One Last Lesson Before You Go

    ByAllen Reding

    Like almost every senior, teachers are looking forward to the last day of school with great anticipation. Yes, it is graduation day for the senior class, but for most teachers, it is also their last full work day of the year.   I know what you’re thinking. You imagine teachers running to their cars shouting a Homer Simpson-like “Woo-Hoo” and heading off on long vacations to forget about school, and honestly, there is more than a kernel of truth in that. The end of school is a relief for teachers, and vacations are nice when possible, but for me, the end … Read more