ADD – It May Be More Serious Than You Think!
ADD – We all know what those letters stand for . . . Attention Deficit Disorder! We all know that in the simplest terms it refers to difficulties staying focused. We also know that it applies to children and adults alike. What if ADD is more serious – more pervasive than we believe it to […]
To Be . . . Or Not!
The late Stephen Covey said, “Be a light, not a judge. Be a model, not a critic.” What powerful words! What powerful mandates! What powerful images! I wonder what might happen if, for a single day, each one of us took this challenge to heart? I wonder! Instead of passing judgement we share insight! Instead […]
Bully! A Different Time! A Different Meaning!
Bully! We hear that word and multiple images come to mind related to an individual or group participating in purposely hurtful and demeaning behavior toward another person or group. Bullying takes place in many forms, in many venues and for many reasons! Bullying is epidemic today! In order to stop bullying, we must all take […]
What We Have to Do!
Oh the things we HAVE to do in life! Dang! Wouldn’t it be great if we could just push a button and have all the things we HAVE to do be done for us without so much as the breaking of a sweat? Wouldn’t it? Now before you go answering such a preposterous question . […]
One Never Knows!
One Never Knows! In the blink of an eye! At the drop of a hat! That’s exactly how long it can take for life to change completely! Instantly! No warnings! Boom! Just like that! We’ve all had those moments in life when, from out of nowhere, life beans us with a curve ball that doesn’t […]
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence! Domestic violence exists in all socioeconomic levels; all Faiths; all cultures; all societies; in more families than we care to acknowledge! Domestic violence adversely affects individuals; families; schools; colleges; communities; businesses; corporations; governmental bodies! Domestic violence is often ignored; minimized; tolerated; justified; supported; glamorized; re-named. Domestic violence consistently eats away at the fabric […]
What Do We do NOW, Daddy?
Author’s note: In January 1989, my first wife died as a result of injuries she received in an automobile accident. In the blink of an eye I found myself the single father of a seven year-old daughter – stripped of the presumed partnership of parenthood. From the moment I told my daughter that her mom […]
WHERE IS GOD???
Author’s Note: While on my run yesterday afternoon (Saturday December 15, 2012), I felt compelled to come back in and after cooling off a bit and write this rather long essay. I don’t know why, I just felt compelled to do so. I guess working to come to terms with the unbelievable events related to […]
Planning for the Unexpected!
After reading an Associated Press article recently, I felt compelled to write a brief article about “Planning for the Unexpected!” One of the most difficult “mean times” faced by individuals and families every day is the death of a loved one — especially if that loved one has direct responsibility for the well-being of the […]
Every Step Has a Story: The Saga of Sydney and Edwin
Every Step Has a Story: The Saga of Sydney and Edwin Good Mourning UNT! Recently, the University of North Texas online alumni newsletter published a story about Awaken to Good Mourning and Every Step Has a Story. I was honored and pleased with the wonderful job they did! You are invited to read the article […]