Author Archives: Jim Gleason

Do you remember the television show Lifestyles of The Rich and Famous? Every week the host would visit the estates, mansions and palaces of celebrities, world leaders and the wealthy. We were taken on virtual tours through these properties and exposed to the most lavish accommodations and features available. I dare say that this showContinue reading “Lavish Living”

Obviously, I am retired now, but I had a job from the time I was 15 years old. I worked in a liquor store, hospital, schools, banks, fast food restaurant, church, and offices. For the last 15 years of employment I was a missionary, first in Nepal and then in all of Asia. Some ofContinue reading “At Work”

My wife and I are in the process of buying a condominium. After renting for six years, it has become more economical to buy. As with any house we could acquire, the condo needs some work, if for nothing else but to make it more comfortable for us. The problem is that I am notContinue reading “Building a Home”

Have you ever watched the Ironman Triathlon? These incredible athletes swim more than 2 miles, bike more than 100 miles and run 26 miles. They battle the heat, pain, exhaustion and mental agony for more than 8 hours. What makes them endure so much pain and continue on? It is the Finish Line. They endureContinue reading “Ironman Triathlon”

I am not a big worrier, but I do get anxious about some things. Anxiety sets in with an upcoming dentist appointment. If there is a long line at the store, I begin to wonder whether I will make it to my next meeting. If I desire some new thing, I may ponder whether IContinue reading “What, Me Worry?”

After 70 years of life, I am well aware of my many faults. My ears and nose are too big for my face. My hearing and eyesight are failing. Flabby skin and hair cover too much of my body. Those are just some of my physical deficiencies. On the social and emotional spectrum, I amContinue reading “Master Craftsman”

Conflict is the order of the day on television. Politicians denigrate each other and refuse to consider the other side’s ideas. So called reality shows highlight deception, trickery, sordid scheming, and accusations. Then there is the news with its reports of violence of man against mankind. Let’s change all that. I know, what can oneContinue reading “Can’t We All Just Get Along?”

As I walked around the shopping center this morning, I noticed the very different posters displayed in neighboring stores. One store displayed pictures of models with huge smiles and a carefree appearance. The next store’s posters pictured people with very serious looks that appeared to me as scowls of arrogance. Of course, I cannot sayContinue reading “Heir of Importance”

I grew up in a large metropolitan area. So I don’t know much about the agricultural concerns of the area I now live in. I understand a few things simply by observation over the last several years. I learned when the farmers plant and harvest the corn. I have seen them rotate the crops fromContinue reading “Sow What?”

Today I discovered yet another flaw in my thinking. I have been making decisions affected by my inward belief that I am not going to live much longer. I have no idea how much longer I have, but I also have no real indication that my death is imminent. Sure, I have some health issues.Continue reading “Flawed Thinking”