Author Archives: Jim Gleason

Brand New

It seems that anytime I want to do something new or restore something that an obstacle suddenly arises. I find that supplies are not available or a service provider cannot deliver as promised. If the new thing is my desire to restore a relationship, sometimes the other person is not receptive or has cut offContinue reading “Brand New”

Immovable

When I think of the words “steadfast” and “immovable”, I think of the great natural and manmade sites that I have seen. The Grand Canyon, Niagara Falls, and the Great Wall of China fall into those categories. They are massive and exude power. But even these great and beautiful sites have changed and continue toContinue reading “Immovable”

Who We Are

What we believe, or profess to believe, should be reflected in what we do. The person who proclaims a belief in the sanctity of marriage should be faithful to their spouse and do everything that they can to make their marriage work. The one who teaches financial principles should live by the principles which theyContinue reading “Who We Are”

Safe and Secure

Where can we keep the things that we value so that they will remain safe and secure? Are we confident that banks can and will protect the valuables that we place in their safe deposit boxes? Or do we place these items in some hidden place within our homes? What about the people we love?Continue reading “Safe and Secure”

Mental Gymnastics

Our minds are wonderful things, capable of great thoughts. But our minds can also deceive us. When we hurt someone, intentionally or unintentionally, our minds will seek to justify our actions, most often by blaming the other person in some way. When we commit some deception, our minds will downplay our wrong, often by tellingContinue reading “Mental Gymnastics”