I have observed or even participated in some events, and then, at some future time, I looked back and marveled at what happened. In those times, something happened that was much greater than I had originally thought. People’s lives were positively impacted, and greater good was accomplished, while I was focused on something much smaller.Continue reading “The Wonder of It All”
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From the Familiar to Wondrous
Sowing, Watering, and Reaping
The farmer will not reap a bountiful crop if he doesn’t first plant seed, and then water and care for the crops as they grow. We generally do not reap the benefits of friendship until we practice being friendly. We can not expect to receive love until we give love. If we are not sowingContinue reading “Sowing, Watering, and Reaping”
Purpose Accomplished
Mental Gymnastics
Our minds are wonderful things, capable of great thoughts. But our minds can also deceive us. When we hurt someone, intentionally or unintentionally, our minds will seek to justify our actions, most often by blaming the other person in some way. When we commit some deception, our minds will downplay our wrong, often by tellingContinue reading “Mental Gymnastics”
Reluctant Retiree 