I think that we may safely trust a good deal more than we do. We may waive just so much care of ourselves as we honestly bestow elsewhere. ~ Henry David Thoreau Who do you trust? I mean, who do you really trust, with your life? My guess is that you have a short list …
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Road Sign or Road Block?
As a follow up to my previous post on the matter of learning to work more effectively with others, Time to Think, I'd like to share a quote from the book of the same name, written by Nancy Kline. Ms. Kline described why it is so vitally important not to interrupt others while in a …
Footloose and Fancy Free
People never cease to amaze me. I find that I learn something new about most people just about every time I meet with them if I am alert, inquisitive and not convinced that I already know everything about them. Curiosity is a valuable trait. It opens the door for all things to be made new. …
Your Book of Life
Sudden Light by Dante Gabriel Rosetti I have been here before, But when or how I cannot tell: I know the grass beyond the door, The sweet keen smell, The sighing sound, the lights around the shore. You have been mine before,— How long ago I may not know: But just when at that swallow's …
Perseverance – You can overcome!
"The necessity of the times, more than ever, calls for our utmost circumspection, deliberation, fortitude and perseverance." ~ Samuel Butler Everyone living in this challenging economy knows that now, more than ever, is a time for perseverance. Perseverance is different for each of us, yet its essence is known as we dig deep and push …
Childhood Dreams, Humility, Happiness and Integrity
Computer science professor Dr. Randy Pausch made an incredible contribution to mankind. He worked diligently to fulfill his childhood dreams and cared deeply about those with whom he associated along the way. As if to put icing on a cake celebrating a full and generative life, Pausch went through the trouble to articulate his formula …
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Hit hard by life? Keep moving forward!
You may have seen a "Rocky" movie or two in your life and if so, you may recall Rocky's inspirational speech to his son in the 6th movie of the series, "Rocky Balboa." Rocky's son was feeling the pressure of growing up in his father's shadow in a life full of challenges. Rather than taking …
The Barefoot Boy
I found a lovely poem for you that captures the essence of my feelings on this lovely summer's morn. Take a moment, soak it in, though to all I do forewarn: by reading this it cannot miss, you'll no longer be forlorn! - Gregg The Barefoot Boy by John Greenleaf Whittier (1855) Blessings on thee, …
The Hands of the Craftsman
"In times of great stress or adversity, it's always best to keep busy, to plow your anger and your energy into something positive." - Lee Iacocca Arguably one of the greatest CEOs in American history, Lee Iacocca's 47 year career in the auto industry helped define American corporate culture. Iacocca led Ford and then Chrysler …
Rise and Shine or Rise and Whine?
Every weekday afternoon from 1952 to 1970, millions of American viewers tuned into the televised comedy "Art Linkletter's House Party." Years later Bill Cosby hosted a show inspired by Linkletter called "Kids Say the Darndest Things." The format was simple and thoroughly entertaining: the host would ask unscripted questions of children and the answers were …
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