Stop Trying to Figure Everything Out

Humans make me laugh. We still don’t get it. Since the dawn of time, we’ve wanted to know and control everything. When we can’t, we get worried and stressed. Our behavior becomes irrational. Ever since we caved in to the original temptation, we’ve been on that all-knowing quest. One thing I’ve learned is that GodContinueContinue reading “Stop Trying to Figure Everything Out”

Calm, Assertive, Peaceful Energy

I’m sorry. Please forgive me. I’m calmly, assertively and peacefully living my life. I refuse to sop up the hysteria and participate in the panic. There’s good news about the current state of COVID-19 that’s not being promoted. I respect the seriousness of the pandemic. It’s a highly contagious virus. I pray for the healthContinueContinue reading “Calm, Assertive, Peaceful Energy”

Panic is a Choice

True character is being revealed at the moment. Gut-level, root-level character. Facades are being removed, and we’re seeing what people are really made of. What category do you fall into? Are you so worried that you’re hoarding toilet paper, hand sanitizer, latex gloves, bleach, food, etc …? Is you’re anxiety level so high that youContinueContinue reading “Panic is a Choice”

Be a Neighbor

The late, great Fred Rogers treated everyone like a neighbor. I think most people interpret that word literally, i.e. a person living near or next door. https://youtu.be/FhwktRDG_aQ Won’t You Be My Neighbor (2018) Trailer Mr. Rogers, however, had a broader definition. To him, everybody is our neighbor. He humanized our world better than anybody inContinueContinue reading “Be a Neighbor”

Adversity, the Great Team Builder

This week, I’m writing on location at The SPIRE Center, a multi-sport complex in Geneva, OH. My daughter has taken up club volleyball and this is her first of many tournaments. I enjoy the change of pace from my normal Sunday morning routine. I’m also grateful for the beautiful fresh dusting of snow on theContinueContinue reading “Adversity, the Great Team Builder”