Author Archives: Jim Gleason

I am currently in the land of oil refineries. They seem to be everywhere. Yet the price of gasoline is as high as it is back home. With these high gasoline prices, I fantasize about being able to drive up to a pump, fill up my tank, and the merchant giving me the gas forContinue reading “Free Energy”

We have been working on hurricane disaster relief for four days. It is very strenuous work and we are very tired at the end of each day. But we are also very glad. We are helping people out in their time of crisis. Many have no other place to turn. In this area, relief organizationsContinue reading “Tired But Glad”

I’ve come to Louisiana to work on disaster relief. The area suffered damage from a hurricane last year. The damage is not always visible on the outside level. Often the damage is hidden underneath, but can be more devastating. Mold from water damage hides beneath the surface. The impact can be devastating. Sometimes we tryContinue reading “Living in the Light”

Yesterday I drove through New Orleans. At two distinct places, there was heavy traffic, once due to an accident and the other time due to a stalled car. Once you find yourself in traffic, you have few options. You can try to find a different route, but that rarely proves to be a good option.Continue reading “Traffic Rules”

Last night I went to the Atlanta Braves baseball game. It was cold and a strong wind was blowing. It was difficult to persevere through the conditions to enjoy my favorite sport. But we did endure and still enjoyed the game and the fellowship. Often we have to endure difficulties to achieve our goals. WeContinue reading “Endurance for Gain”