What is an Elder?

This is often asked question can be answered in a number of ways.  The simple answer is that it is a term used to refer to older members of a society and often, though not necessarily, used as a term of respect. Most cultures world-wide have a similar term used...
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All for one and one for all

by Stephen Smith Back in 1938 a man called Chester Barnard wrote a book called The Functions of the Executive. It is still in print  as it is considered one of the most influential books in public administration ever published. Three basic principles outlined in that...
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Gulf between green and gold

by Stan Hirst I admit it. I chose the title of this post because of its alliterative appeal. Just a little whimsy to brighten an otherwise grey and depressing North Shore winter scene staring at me on the other side of the window. Grey scene leads to a gloomy theme....