Author Archives: Jim Gleason

Envy is a dangerous drug. It can never be satisfied. Once we get what we envy, we instantly want more. Like other sins, once we give ourselves to envy, we find ourselves in a downward spiral, never satisfied and always groaning for more. We want what others have and the lifestyle they exhibit. Most ofContinue reading “Envy”

I can be pretty sarcastic at times. It is often the way that I express humor. I am not proud of this weakness in my social skills. Sarcasm does not help me have a positive attitude and surely does not benefit others. Instead, sarcasm tends to bring both of us down. Our words are prettyContinue reading “Transforming Words”

We are in the midst of the Memorial Day weekend. It is the time set aside to remember the sacrifice of those who gave their lives to defend the freedoms that we enjoy. While this country is far from perfect, we cannot deny honor to the men and women who gave so much to protectContinue reading “Celebrate Life”

I have had a hearing loss for many years now. I wear hearing aids, but they don’t always help enough. I suppose being unable to hear every word doesn’t bother some people, but it does bother me. I actually want to hear what other people are saying, at least most of the time. I admitContinue reading “Deafening Silence”

I have never been good at waiting. I get really anxious in long lines at stores and government offices. Sometimes I do alright if the line seems to be moving. But if there is some breakdown in front of me, I can feel the pressure rise inside me. I am not proud of this weaknessContinue reading “Waiting”