By Dave Ramsey Although he has the third most popular radio show in America, there are still quite a few people who haven’t heard of Dave Ramsey. I am sharing a little about his story in this post because I’ve learned a lot from him, as have some of my friends. I wish I’d heard… Continue Reading
I’ve just finished another walking project. This time, I walked all the streets of Willow Glen (for the second time). It took about 6 months, walking 3 to 4 days a week. It’s a suburban neighborhood with a lot of streets. As I finished the last 3.97 miles, I was thinking about things I’ve learned… Continue Reading
April 22 is Earth Day, which we’ve been observing in the U.S. since 1970. Earth Day is now celebrated in 192 countries to demonstrate support for environmental protection. Evening at Lake Vasona On the one hand, we work to conserve the environment, and on the other hand, nature helps to conserve us. Here are links to three posts… Continue Reading
For some of you, with the big storms in so much of the U.S., the florists will have trouble making their deliveries. So here are some magnolia blossoms, just to wish you a lovely day. Valentine’s Day is a great time to pause and think of all those whom we love: that special someone, sure,… Continue Reading
I’m updating my Life Plan and goals for 2014 this week. Looking back at 2013, and then forward to 2014. To illustrate a point about goal setting, I’m sharing a surprise I found today when I added up the miles I walked for exercise last year. Here are the results: Jan. to June 142 miles… Continue Reading
The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results By Gary Keller with Jay Papasan Want to be great at something? Or maybe just pretty darn good? Let’s consider that the “something” could be your profession, your role in your family, or even your whole life. “Anyone who dreams of an uncommon life eventually discovers there is… Continue Reading
It’s been a busy year, and I don’t know about you, but it’s time here for some visiting, giving, celebrating, and quite possibly a nap or two. In case you are tempted to be super busy during your time off, just remember that resting is good for productivity, and time off, too. So, here’s wishing… Continue Reading
Jeff Goins asks, “Why write?” Because Words Love. It’s easy to fall in love with words. How they fit together, how they don’t. Grammar, structure, spelling (with liberties). All the ways we write them: instructions, job aids, recipes, stories, poetry, tweets. Art. Or not art. Passion. Words can flow. They can be stubborn. Writing can… Continue Reading
Twenty-eight days to go. For many, there’s holiday joy and madness. Cards. Presents. Visits. Extra-great food. Here are some resources to help you get through… Calm That Stress Try the calm.com app for the benefits of guided relaxation. Plug in your headset and tune out for a few minutes. For iPhone or iPad, this free… Continue Reading
Tradition. Thanksgiving in the U.S. Great food. Family. Friends. A time to count our blessings. A lovely reminder to be grateful. Faith. Our great religious traditions encourage gratitude. Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism. O Lord my God, I will give thanks to you forever.” ~Psalm 30:12 Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks;… Continue Reading
