Monthly Archives: December 2025

Life’s Calling

Posted on December 11, 2025 by terryshen

What is Life asking of me? This is the question that paralyzed me more than others. For years, the answer was a blank page because  I simply wasn’t ready to write it. When life came knocking, I did not know … Continue reading →

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Living is Hard

Posted on December 10, 2025 by terryshen

Living is fundamentally a challenging process. Life, at times, can feel absolutely unbearable, yet everyday we face the choice to continue. Why? There is no instruction manual provided. No definitive answers given at the end. It is constantly changing just … Continue reading →

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A Feel Good Christmas?

Posted on December 9, 2025 by terryshen

The US is facing stiff headwinds. From economical anxieties, stark political division, to pressing climate concerns, the list is extensive. Yet, in just over two weeks Christmas will arrive– a time traditionally associated with peace, joy, and cheer. Certainly, our … Continue reading →

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The Cost of Cheer

Posted on December 8, 2025 by terryshen

As the holiday season approaches, one couldn’t help but feel the supposed sentiment of peace and joy colliding with the less cheery reality of increasing costs across essential sectors: groceries, health cares, and housing. While everything is relative, and holidays … Continue reading →

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Week in Review – 7 Dec 2025

Posted on December 7, 2025 by terryshen

With December’s quiet arrival, we have all but three weeks before the calendar flips over to the new year. If you’re still working on your 2025 goals, consider this a friendly reminder. No need to stress nor panic. Given we … Continue reading →

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The Circumstance We’re In

Posted on December 6, 2025 by terryshen

The circumstances we’re in are the results of the choices we make. This is a simple truth. Yet, many people tend to deflect responsibility for the hardships they face, pointing fingers at their parents, co-workers, or neighbors. Never do they … Continue reading →

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Pain and Suffering

Posted on December 5, 2025 by terryshen

There is purpose to everything, even in pain and suffering. While most would rather avoid them, pain is involuntary and a natural part of our emotions, and suffering is voluntary, a follow-on reaction–a refusal to accept the reality of the … Continue reading →

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Getting Ready for Midterms

Posted on December 4, 2025 by terryshen

The American system of government is failing. Why? The core issue is the breakdown of the checks and balances designed by the Constitution. Simply stated, it’s not working. It took President Trump to push the limits and reveal this painful … Continue reading →

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Still Autumn in December

Posted on December 3, 2025 by terryshen

The month of December ushers in moments of traditional and seasonal markers. Beyond the well known celebrations of Christmas and New Year’s Eve, the month is also marked with the winter solstice for the Northern Hemisphere–the official start of winter … Continue reading →

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Keeping Up with the Jones

Posted on December 2, 2025 by terryshen

The “Jones” refers to the The Jones Act— officially Section 27 of the Merchant Marine Act of 1920. It is a federal statute aimed to protect the US merchant marine capabilities. Simply put, any goods shipped by water between two … Continue reading →

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