by design | Sep 22, 2014 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson At first glance some of you may be puzzled by this title. Or perhaps you thought I misspelled the phrase “kawabonga” used by Chief Thunderthud on the Howdy Doody show. Maybe you thought I was using surfer lingo, “cowabunga,” or quoting Snoopy in...
by design | Sep 15, 2014 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson I’m almost shamed to admit it, but I’ve stopped listening to Obama. As a Christian I can forgive him, but I cannot forget his repeated lies to our country. Actually, I pray for Obama, all our leaders, and even those of ISIS who are possessed...
by design | Sep 8, 2014 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson I am not musically gifted, though I fancy that I sing “well” in the shower. I hum along or sing by ear, not by training. It’s fortunate that I sit next to my wife in church because she reads music and this allows me to follow her lead. I know I...
by design | Sep 2, 2014 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson Recently, a patient came to me seeking a miracle; and I didn’t have one. Desperate people often search for a magic medicine or a cure. I now know what this feels like, and hopefully it will allow me to a more empathetic person and a better...
by design | Aug 25, 2014 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson The tiny spot on the top of my head looked no different than the other brown aging spots from sun damage. In fact, experts maintain that 90% of the appearance of aged skin is due to the sun and called photo-aging. If you don’t believe me go into...
by design | Aug 18, 2014 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson Most of the time I write because it gives me joy. I do have other hobbies, but writing helps me clarify my thoughts and feelings. I’ve often encouraged patients to organize their feelings and scattered thoughts by writing them down. Some people...
