Author Archives: Jim Gleason

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”

My wife is obsessed with maps. When we are driving in a new city, she pours over the maps. Although she is adept at using Google Maps, she would prefer to have the larger paper maps available. As we approach our exit she will remind me to turn off the exit every time she seesContinue reading “Directions for Life”

In the last three years I have been involved in some disaster recovery efforts. With a team from an organization called Eight Days of Hope, I have helped people recover from hurricanes, tornadoes and floods. The process requires that we first remove the damaged parts of a house. If this is not done then anyContinue reading “Brand New Me”