by Rich Schmelke | Mar 15, 2024 | Rich's Blog
In March, the US recognizes or celebrates Women’s History Month, St. Patrick’s Day, and the first day of spring. We move our clocks forward an hour because of daylight savings time. “Beware the Ides of March” is a quote probably familiar to...
by Rich Schmelke | Feb 15, 2024 | Rich's Blog
February, the second month of the Gregorian calendar, was named after Februalia, the Roman festival of purification. It is also the month of Valentine’s Day. One of the secular meanings of purification is the act of making something free of guilt or evil. Looking at...
by Rich Schmelke | Jan 15, 2024 | Rich's Blog
January was named after Janus, the god of doors, gates, and transitions, for his ability to turn one face to reflect upon the past and yet another face freshly pointed upon the future. January 1st is when many people wake up to make resolutions to improve their lives...
by Rich Schmelke | Dec 15, 2023 | Rich's Blog
As the year winds down and the days grow shorter, a unique warmth and anticipation fills the air. It’s the arrival of the holiday season, marked by sparkling lights and colorful decorations. But beyond the decorations and gifts lies the true meaning of...
by Rich Schmelke | Nov 15, 2023 | Rich's Blog
With what could be considered chaos happening worldwide, you might think, “What is there to be thankful for?” And in the land of fact, that might be a valid question. However, there is always something to be thankful for or appreciative of in the land of...
by Rich Schmelke | Oct 15, 2023 | Rich's Blog
According to psychic medium Ian Scott on his website Sentient Metaphysics, October, with the number ten at the captain’s wheel, is bound to be a month of activity and endless opportunity with great rewards if seized upon. Scott further suggests that October augers in...
