Author Archives: Jim Gleason

Keeping Promises

I learned at a very young age how important it is to keep our promises. My father often promised to take me to a ball game at some later date. Since I loved baseball, I really looked forward to those games. However, since my father was addicted to alcohol, often he was unable to deliverContinue reading “Keeping Promises”

Relentless Pursuit

Many people spend their lives in the relentless pursuit of becoming better. Athletes are constantly training to become the best at their sports. Artists work hard to perfect their crafts. Business owners seek to make their businesses more successful. However, at the root of these pursuits is often the selfish ambition to gain fame andContinue reading “Relentless Pursuit”

Cold Hearted

When we speak of a cold hearted person, we speak of someone who has no kindness or compassion. They think only of themselves and what is best for them. In the extreme, a cold hearted person may inflict violence on another person. While a warm hearted person is open to receiving others and has concernContinue reading “Cold Hearted”