Author Archives: Jim Gleason

I used to travel to China for meetings with local and national dignitaries. After the meetings they would provide a formal meal. I learned very quickly to eat and drink slowly because one dish after another was always provided. Sometimes 30-40 separate dishes were provided. Custom and manners required that I eat at least aContinue reading “Endless Meal”

Aaron Judge has power to launch majestic home runs. Aaron Donald has the power to manhandle offensive linemen. Celine Dion has the power through music to melt hearts. Presidents and Prime Ministers have the power to direct nations and influence world events. Business owners and chief executive officers wield the power of commerce to makeContinue reading “Power From On High”

It has become my habit to hike every morning for about 2 hours. I start on city sidewalks, but fortunately many nature trails are nearby. I enjoy the beauty and serenity of these trails. Sometimes I feel strong and can walk farther than normal. Monday was one of those days when I hiked more thanContinue reading “Not For the Faint-hearted”

Many times I have been at work and under the pile of things I need to do immediately. Everything seems to have a short deadline and I have so few hours to do it. Other times I have been at home and it seems like every child has one or more emergencies that I needContinue reading “The Flood”

As I hike through the many forests in our area, I have wondered about the numerous fallen trees that I see. I am not surprised to see fallen trees after a significant storm, but what about all the trees that fall at other times. I have read that poor soil conditions, flooding, insect infestation, andContinue reading “Fallen Trees”