In some parts of the world, this weekend is a time to remember our loved ones who have gone before us. We recall the things that made them special … the things they taught us … the love they brought to our lives.   Remembering them can be painful because we’re reminded of all we’ve lost. But remembering can be joyful, too, because we’re reminded of everything we've gained by sharing our life’s path with them.   In Mexico, they emphasize the joyful aspect of remembering. Inste

Some challenges in life are easy to solve – but others can leave us scratching our heads looking for a workable solution. Take this tree, for example.   The lone tree caught my eye with its vibrant patches of orange and yellow mixed with all the leaves that still remained green. I’m a sucker for fall foliage, and I thought this colorful tree in transition might make for an interesting photograph.   But as I've seen many times before, what catches our eye and what works well a