Author Archives: Jim Gleason

When I was young I played sports constantly. Whether at home or school or with a team, I was actively participating in sports. I can no longer do the same activities, but I am trying to keep fit. As I have mentioned before, I walk about 10 miles per day. I enjoy being outside andContinue reading “Spiritual Exercises”

The National Football League playoffs have begun and the crowds are back in full force. The faithful cheer on their team with great fervor, wearing the team colors and waving team towels. When a player makes a mistake, the crowd groans in disappointment. When a player performs well, the crowd stands and cheers. At theContinue reading “Playoff Crowds”

Have you ever forgotten something really important. As I get older it is getting harder and harder to remember things. So far I haven’t forgotten something really important, but names and events are sometimes difficult to immediately recall. It can be embarrassing and awkward. But I certainly do not want to offend anyone with myContinue reading “Never Forgotten”

When I am involved in a conversation, I often find myself with self-centered thoughts. How can I turn this conversation to me? Can I say something brilliant to get them to respect me? What are they missing that I can add to this topic? Many of my thoughts concern efforts to draw the attention ofContinue reading “Relationship Goals”

The auto mechanic promised to have the car fixed by five. Now, he says it will take two more days and you have no way to get home from work today and to work for the next two days. Plus you have to get your daughter to piano lessons and your son to soccer practice.Continue reading “Promises Kept”