Day Seventeen of 365 – We Are Not Alone
At first glance, the title of this article might cast visions of an “X-Files” episode or serve as the headline announcing a UFO convention. As much as I am a fan of the X-Files, this title has nothing to do with flying saucers or Extra-terrestrial beings. It has, however, everything to do with a reality […]
Day Sixteen of 365 – Teach from Within
I have a great affinity for Native American wisdom, especially proverbs from the Hopi People. The practical nature of their sayings carries a certain applicability that begs us to put them into action. One that I particularly like says that , “Teaching should come from within instead of without.” In an age driven buy sound […]
Day Fifteen of 365 – Under the Wire
I’m a fan of sayings, old and new! I am fascinated with their meaning, intent and origin. One that finds its way into many conversations is the one, “Under the wire.” You may have used it in connection with turning a paper in at the last minute or completing a project just prior to a […]
Day Fourteen of 365 – Start Where You Are
Arthur Ashe once said, “Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” Three short sentences that pack a punch! Three short sentences that challenge us to act purposefully. Three short sentences that fly in the face of our typical approach on most days. Now I know that some of you will […]
Day Thirteen of 365 – An Anatomy of Hope
Day thirteen of my year long daily writing adventure finds me wondering about the future. I wonder about what opportunities and challenges lie ahead for me. I wonder about how individuals and families and corporate bodies (schools, places of worship, businesses, non-profit organizations, etc.) will negotiate the highs and lows in the next year. I […]
Day Twelve of 365 – When What Should Work , Doesn’t
Author’s note: When I awoke this morning, I was unable to get to my blog platform. What follows is a glance into my thinking when faced with a very minor distraction . . . total BALD MOMENT! Well here I am, twelve days into a 365 day challenge to publish one post per day for […]
Day Nine of 365 – The Power of Choice
As I ponder the beginning of today, the ninth in my year-long writing challenge, I am drawn to a quote by Tony Robbins as my source of inspiration. Mr. Robbins says, “It is in your moments of decision that your destiny is shaped.” You see, he believes that the power of choice ultimately determines the path of our […]
Day Eight of 365 – When You Want to Give Up!
Setting goals and pursuing dreams are activities in which we all engage. Some of us are more successful in the process than others. Often in the face of someone else reaching a milestone, we compare ourselves to them and wonder what makes them more special or blessed than we. Sometimes during this process of comparison, […]
Day Seven of 365 – What Might Happen If . . .
I often wonder what might happen if we were to choose one action over another. How might the outcome be different? What new insight might we gain? Take a few moments to ponder what might happen if we were to: Listen more than we talk? Give more than we take? Hug rather than push away? […]
Day Five of 365 – We Are The Ones
The Hopi (Native American) people have a proverb that bears serious consideration when thinking about responsibility. It says, “We are the ones we have been waiting for.” Rather curious, don’t you think? “WE are the ones we have been waiting for!” How often in life do we wait for someone or something to come along […]