The prison life was tolerable when I learned to change the way I looked at things. For example, instead of referring to the bleachers as bleachers, I referred to the bleachers as “the beach”. It was a hot place to sit and a good place to stretch your legs and receive some sunshine. In late …
During last night’s dinner conversation we touched the subject of male listening skills. As someone at the table was describing how they “fake listen”, the server heard and agreed. I thought it was interesting how the server heard our conversation, good listening skills, I suppose. It was a funny conversation, but the awareness of listening was heavy on …
I became very intrigued and fascinated with the Holy Spirit, while I was incarcerated. Why? Because, I wanted to understand how I ended up in prison, what did I miss? Where was my discernment? Friends would ask me if there were any indications, signs or feelings that something strange was going on. When I look …
Have you ever felt like, no matter what you did, it wasn’t enough? Sure you have. (I’ll answer the questions for you) As I have gotten older (OMG I sound like my parents) I don’t seem to crash and burn when disappointments come my way. Have I matured, or has my faith increased? (You can …
“Joy” is not so easy to describe, and trust me, I have been trying. Perhaps it’s my choice of words, but it’s something within me. It lives through me. (I know what it is, and that’s good enough for me) In the book “Road to Character”, by David Brooks, he simply says…Joy is a byproduct experienced by people …
We are a society of walking firecrackers, seemingly ready to explode any minute. Doesn’t that sound relaxing and peaceful? Even our political officials are full of negativity and accusatory towards one another. Can you imagine Trump in yoga class or Hillary in a humility workshop? I’m convinced our Presidential race operates out of fear, power, self- …
“Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.” –Dr. Seuss I know that is easier said than done at times, and I suppose it doesn’t always make sense. But in my case, I have found a sprit of joy, through my own suffering. Prison sucked, but now I have a renewed sense of appreciation …
Conspiracy to commit a crime. What does that mean? It’s not your fault you don’t know, many people don’t know either…until you become charged. It can happen, I know. Through my lecture testimonial, audiences become alert to warning signs and what to do to avoid fraudsters. Criminal conspiracy is defined as an agreement between two or more people to commit a …
Yes, I too have succumb myself to Match.com, for better or worse, in sickness and in health….wait those are wedding vows….hold up! My “Mr. Perfect”—“Tall (6’2″-6’4”), dark, handsome, witty, exceptional dancer, stylish, faithful and honest, and must be generously employed…code for wildly wealthy. Kids must be grown and out of the house, (I’ve already done enough birthday …
God and I hang out every morning, typically before dawn. While it is dark, still and silent outside other than a few birdies chirping, it’s such a tranquil time of the day. This morning we enjoyed our coffee, we laughed, we asked some questions, and I shed a few tears, (if you know me, you know I am a …
