Monthly Archives: August 2019

A dear friend who was somewhat down in the dumps asked me”What can I do to make a difference in this world?.” He felt that nothing that he did had any relevance, and that constant desire that is part of … Continue reading →

Most of us pick up at least one grudge along the way.We have a file stored in our minds and souls about why we still feel anger and hurt. Our case is clear and anyone with an open mind would … Continue reading →

I am keenly aware that technology has changed the workplace in many ways. There are many positive benefits to this ,but there are also significant disruptions in the lives of many. Technology allows many employers to replace workers and downsizing … Continue reading →

I get a kick out of the quizzes on Facebook that allow me to find out which character I am on Downton Abbey,or which Super Hero I would be in a movie. It is a real hoot to use my … Continue reading →

We learn rather quickly that”Life is not fair.”Some are burdened from the moment of birth with physical,emotional or social limitations, and each day is a monumental struggle . I understand that reality but I do not have to shrug my … Continue reading →

Some came in slave ships against their will. Others came because of religious persecution, famine or poverty.They endured unimaginable hardships but lived with a belief in the promise of America. Now the president, using the design of a thirty year … Continue reading →

Somewhere along the way I heard the expression “Some people lead quiet lives of desperation. “None of us really know what goes on in the lives of people we know, and there may be someone who really needs a kind … Continue reading →

I cannot identify one example where my life has been enhanced by saying no to an opportunity.Certainly some paths are too risky, and it would be irresponsible to take them. However, I believe that life is an adventure and saying … Continue reading →

Our Founding Fathers were far from perfect but the creation of three equal parts of government has served us well. The House has produced a series of bills in keeping with their function but the obstructionist McConnel will not even … Continue reading →

One of the reasons I wrote “On the Corner” was to portray a deep friendship between two persons that were vastly different,They held diverse views on social issues and politically they were miles apart.Despite this, they held a deep respect, … Continue reading →