Brownies

Brownies

Brownies “Kids say the darndest things!” Art Linkletter My sister, Mary Ellen, and my cousin Lynne were Brownies at the same time, which makes sense, since they lived across the street from each other. My cousin Stephen and I were Boy Scouts together, for...
No Whining

No Whining

No Whining “Even though the future seems far away, it is actually beginning right now.” Mattie Stepanek How much of our time and energy do we spend complaining about circumstances and other people? Well, I know every moment I spend doing that is a waste of energy- my...
The Name Game

The Name Game

The Name Game “What’s in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” William Shakespeare Well, it turns out there actually is quite a lot to a name. No doubt, you have had the same experience as I had at one of my...
What Do You Want Now?

What Do You Want Now?

What Do You Want Now? “God, please teach me to speak (and email) the right words at the right time with the right tone, so I can live in peace and happiness.” Anonymous I regularly communicate with several hundred people over email, and I’ve been doing...
Do the Math

Do the Math

Do the Math “I been in the right place but it must have been the wrong time.” Dr. John Mr. Price was likable and distinguished looking, an older gentleman who generally made his appearance in a dark suit and tie. His mustache, riding shotgun over his upper lip,...