Story with a Message

We love stories. Many stories have a message. Some inspire us, teach us, challenge us and motivate us. Some make us think. Some make us laugh. Some lead to personal reflection. Others simply have a seed of wisdom. It's my hope you'll be able to identify with the stories told in this podcast and the connection will open windows of spiritual inspiration.

The Oak, the Willow & the Cactus 04/28/2024

The Oak, the Willow & the Cactus A young woman burdened with troubles finds inspiration and wisdom from nature. Sometimes insight to our problems is as close as the backyard. Curious? Listen to today's pod Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/31014573

Tear Down the Walls! 04/21/2024

Tear Down the Walls! I'll never forget President Ronald Reagan standing before the Brandenburg Gate of the Berlin Wall, and saying, "Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!" What an iconic statement! Truth is, we have a few walls of our own that need dismantaling. Listen to today's podcast, and we'll talk about it. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/30901148

Crossed Swords to Common Ground 04/07/2024

Crossed Swords to Common Ground How do sworn enemies become friends? Listen to this week's podcast as we explore the unlikely bond between two rivals who by surprise discover common ground and forge an unexpected friendship. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/30713508

It Happened at a Gravesite in Biloxi 03/31/2024

It Happened at a Gravesite in Biloxi Wayne Dyer was an incredible human being. His inspirational books and motivational speeches helped us understand the power of our thoughts and beliefs to shape our reality. He also helped us understand the potential for personal transformation through spiritual growth. Dyer experienced quite the transformation himself while standing at a gravesite in Mississippi. Listen to today's podcast to hear the entire story. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/30610438

Happy Meal Heaven 03/17/2024

Happy Meal Heaven Someone said, "Be happy for this moment. This moment is your life." Today's podcast tells a story that illustrates this truth. I hope you'll give it a listen. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/30404093

That's All That Matters 03/10/2024

That's All That Matters At first, I thought about making a few comments on the message of today's podcast here in the show notes, but I don't want to give it away. As a matter of fact, the message comes as somewhat of a surprise in the story. So, listen to the podcast, and get ready for a twist in a narrative that is already too cute. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/30304703

What's In You? 03/03/2024

What's In You? "What's in a name" is a famous line from English literature. No doubt, that's an important question, but perhaps there's an even more important inquiry. Listen to today's podcast and we'll talk about it. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/30203733

The Resolve of a 70 Year-Old 02/25/2024

The Resolve of a 70 Year-Old Someone just turned 70 years old! And on the anniversary of his seven decade on earth, he made a determined resolution. Curious? Listen to today's podcast to learn "The Resolve of a 70 Year-Old." Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/30095138

A Moment I Will Never Forget 02/18/2024

A Moment I Will Never Forget There are moments from our past that are permanently etched in our tapestry of thoughts. They are cherished memories that leave deep impressions. Today I'll be sharing one such moment I'll never forget. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/30000023

I'd Call That Super! 02/11/2024

I'd Call That Super! Happy Super Bowl Sunday! Are you ready for the game? Will you be having friends over? Do you have your food lined up? Are you anticipating the halftime show? Are you looking forward to some better-than-average commercials? Are you ready for all the cut-away shots of Taylor Swift? Listen to today's podcast as we address the "Swift Effect." And we'll let her song titles weave a narrative that is simply "SUPER"! Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/29892263

The Beggar 02/04/2024

The Beggar The reign of an aging king is coming to an end, and he has no son as an heir. What will he do? More importantly, what credentials are required in finding a new successor? Can anyone measure up? In today's podcast, we find the answers to those questions. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/29786573

Life Through My Lens 01/28/2024

Life Through My Lens I enjoy photography. I'm no professional, but I have a collection of photos that are very special to me. They all have a story behind them, and trigger good thoughts and memories. In today's podcast I tell a fictitious story about a girl who is determined to become a professional photographer. She learns some valuable life lessons along the way. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/29677133

The Pony Principle 01/21/2024

The Pony Principle You may have heard of the Peter Principle or even the Pareto Principle. What about the Pony Principle? No? That one doesn't ring a bell? Well, listen to today's podcast and pony up! Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/29576283

Even Elvis Needed Help 01/14/2024

Even Elvis Needed Help This week I visited the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville. Of all the historical heirlooms on display from country greats like Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Dolly Parton, Loretta Lynn and a myriad of others, my favorite featured an artist who at one time was considered bad for country music. You may have heard of him. His name is Elvis. Listen to today's podcast and I'll explain. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/29475628

Get Your Motor Runnin' 01/07/2024

Get Your Motor Runnin' Several years ago I ended up in a crowd on New's Year Eve. Rather than singing the traditional tune, "Auld Lang Syne," someone got rather creative. It ended up being just the right song. Listen to today's podcast and learn "the rest of the story." Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/29371308

A Letter to Santa That Went South 12/17/2023

A Letter to Santa That Went South We all love a Cinderella story. What better time to discover a new one than during Christmas season? Listen to today's podcast and get ready for your heart to be warmed and your spirit to be lifted. The magic of Christmas never disappoints! Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/29071048

Crump the Grump 12/10/2023

Crump the Grump One of my favorite Christmas stories is A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. This classic has endured the times as it was first published in London back in 1843. I've read the book and watched most of the movie versions that tell the story of Ebenezer Scrooge. I never tire of the story nor its message. As you listen to today's podcast, you may be reminded of that vintage story. I hope you enjoy it! Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/29004028

An Interview with a Rock 12/03/2023

An Interview with a Rock Wouldn't it be interesting if nature could talk? After eons of silence, I'm sure it would air a few grievances, but more importantly, I believe it would offer sage advice for those of us who live in its ecosystem. Why don't we give nature an opportunity to do just that? Today I'll be interviewing a rock. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/28883348

Ten Rules of Being Human 11/26/2023

Ten Rules of Being Human In today's podcast we explore some simple timeless bits of wisdom that help us navigate this thing we call life. We'll only provide enough information for you to start an ongoing thought-providing discussion with yourself. Today we'll talk about the "Ten Rules of Being Human." Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/28791333

I'm Thankful for the Storms 11/19/2023

I'm Thankful for the Storms With Thanksgiving Day upon us, I'm certain there are many things you're thankful for. Given the opportunity to "count your blessings," I'm sure things like family, friends, health, laughter, love, music, sunshine, weekends and a myriad of other happy thoughts would make the list. Oh, and don't forget your dog! In today's podcast, a young man says he's thankful for storms. What? Storms? Who likes storms? Take a listen and discover why. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/28703933

How Can We Help? 11/12/2023

How Can We Help? A little girl asked, "How Can We Help?" While her parents were stumped on the question, she was already looking for a way to answer her own question. And did she find an answer! Listen to today's podcast to hear the whole story. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/28598138

Now and Then 11/05/2023

Now and Then Can you believe it? Almost 60 years after their rise to popularity, the Beatles released a new song this week. How can that be? The group officially disbanded in 1970, and two of the original Beatles are no longer with us. Listen to today's podcast to hear the story behind the new song, "Now and Then." To view the "Now and Then" video . Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/28519415

A Very Special Birthday Wish 10/29/2023

A Very Special Birthday Wish There's just something about hearing the voice of your mother. It's a comforting balm. It's a warm embrace. It's a soothing lullaby of unconditional love for the best and worst of times. It's a constant reminder that, no matter what, we are truly never alone. Today's podcast is about someone who loved to hear the voice of his mother on a very special day at a very special time. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/28451405

It's Not Over Till It's Over 10/22/2023

It's Not Over Till It's Over I love watching kids play baseball. Ever so often I'll make a trip to a nearby little league park to watch the game in its purist form. The sheer enthusiasm, uncontainable excitement and unfiltered passion of these young athletes is good for an old soul like me. Quite often, a little league game is filled with surprise. You never know what to expect from little players whose skills and actions aren't fully developed. Today's story is of a little league team who surprised even themselves. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/28386494

Compassion and Empathy 10/15/2023

Compassion and Empathy Compassion and empathy enable us to connect with and support those who are hurting. Compassion helps us to recognize and alleviate the sufferings of others. Empathy helps us to understand the emotions and perspectives of those who are hurting. Today's podcast is the story of someone you'll know who experienced unbearable humiliation and hurt. She says compassion and empathy saved her. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/28318364

How Often Do You Think of the Roman Empire 10/01/2023

How Often Do You Think of the Roman Empire I usually don't pay any attention to TikTok fads, but I couldn't ignore a recent trend that has peaked the interest of over a billion people. Why? It's weird. It's just flat-out weird. Listen to today's podcast and see if you agree. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/28188917

Keep on Learning! 09/24/2023

Keep on Learning! In today's podcast we'll hear the incredible story of Steph Clemence who embarked on a life-long and life-changing journey of self-education. It all started when she discovered something interesting in her closet. Listen and you just might discover self-learning could change your life too. to see a copy of "Mrs. Clark's Book List." Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/28124399

Life is an Odyssey 09/17/2023

Life is an Odyssey How in the world could a lengthy poem written in the 8th century BC have any relevance to high school students? We'll learn how through the efforts of a very clever and creative teacher who is determined to teach more than just story plots. He wants to teach life lessons. Get ready for a journey! Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/28055598

The Black Sheep Sweater 09/10/2023

The Black Sheep Sweater Someone said, "Black sheep are like rare gems in a sea of ordinary stones – unique, precious, and unforgettable." I love that positive spin on something we usually consider to be negative. Today's podcast's follows that motif and it begins with a story about a black sheep sweater. Take a listen. Oh, and to see a picture of the black sheep sweater. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/27985977

The Epitome of First-Class 09/03/2023

The Epitome of First-Class Synonyms for "first-class" are "excellent," "outstanding," "first-rate," "top-notch," "great," and "superb." All of those terms describe an individual in today's podcast. Listen and see if you agree. Want to contact me? Send an email to . The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by on . Clink for a direct link to the music. The beautiful sunset background of the "Story with a Message" image is a royalty-free pic provided by on . Click for a direct link to the pic. /episode/index/show/storywithamessage/id/27923910

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