Very thankful for all of the
sacrifices made by our soldiers, sailors and marines over the course of this great
country’s history. Also thankful for the sacrifices and hard work made by my
father, often working 3 jobs as I was growing up, who died 24 years ago today.
Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars..... Kahlil Gibran, The Prophet
Monday, May 29, 2017
Sunday, May 28, 2017
Today
My church today was a 13.8 mile thoughtful, purposeful tramp across the city, followed by some meditation in the form of an an ice bath. Some awesome scenery and thanks to a couple of friends who observed me far from home and stopped and asked me if I needed a ride. In the future, however, note to self: take identification and water, and wear comfortable shoes. Not sure how Jesus walked as much as he did in sandals, but I definitely get why he took so many frequent rests.
Saturday, May 27, 2017
Proud Papa
Feeling very proud this evening. I’ve been hard on my son during
his young life in an effort to teach him to be a man in a world that doesn’t
respect them any longer. No ‘safe zone’ for this teenager. Between a father who
pushed him physically, a mother who held him accountable academically and a
church family who challenged him spiritually, he’s always had to keep his foot
on the gas and challenge himself every day.
After a state and national championship in the hardest sport in the
world in middle school, he had his shoulder surgically repaired prior to high
school. Despite continuous dislocations, he kept at it, winning over 90% of his
high school matches (94-8 record) and winning or placing in every tournament he
wrestled in, despite often doing so with basically one arm against well-prepared
opponents who knew it.
This past year has been the hardest, after a final dislocation
ended his wrestling career and he had to watch teammates and former opponents finish their high school career on high notes. But he manned up more than ever,
showing what a 3-year team captain does in that situation: traveling with his
team, helping support and coach teammates, and being a role model in reflecting
how to handle a bad situation. To top it off, he made straights As his senior
year, despite taking all AP and Honors classes, in addition to working an
average of 25 hours a week.
While graduating high school with honors is an awesome
accomplishment, I know that the future has even more in store for him as he
heads south to college in a few months after heading even further south
(Honduras) next month on a mission trip. My heart is full as I look (literally)
up to him now and say “Well done, my son.”
Friday, May 26, 2017
Weekly Retrospective...
What I’m reading: The Spiritual Emerson by Ralph
Waldo Emerson.
What I’m listening to: Real estate podcasts by Bigger Pockets.
The latest was a guest interview of Meghan McCallum, who has some great
ideas for that market
Where I’m failing: Discipline, but I draw motivation
from my son, who has been hitting the gym with me every other morning before
work.
What I’m excited about: I stopped by my daughter’s apartment last night on my way home from work, which is awesome to be able to do. So proud
of that kid. Also jacked for my son, who jumped out of a perfectly good
airplane yesterday with some of his friends.
Quote that has me thinking: What lies behind you and what lies
in front of you, pales in comparison to what lies inside of you. – Ralph Waldo
Emerson
What I need to work on: Spanish (Honduras in
June/July) and my spring garden (still a lot to plant).
What I’m looking forward to: Life, man….
Thursday, May 25, 2017
Wednesday, May 24, 2017
'Would You' Question of the Week
Would you jump out of a perfectly good airplane? I did, and I
guess the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, because my son will also do so
tomorrow…..
Tuesday, May 23, 2017
Old School Pic of the Week
Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and
expecting different results – Albert Einstein
Monday, May 22, 2017
Emerson Quote....
To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make
you something else is the greatest accomplishment – Ralph Waldo Emerson
Saturday, May 20, 2017
Man Stuff
I love this guy's articles....check them
out as you get time...
http://average2alpha.com/20-things-men-should-be-able-to-do/?inf_contact_key=7511a9c0f8e89fd4d0b03bd570344021f9bbdd385ce32f14fe0bed9bcdc8135f
Weekly Retrospective
What I’m reading: The Ice Man by Phillip Carlo and The
Book of Matthew.
What I’m listening to: Dave Ramsey’s daily radio show.
Everything he says is basic common sense, but it’s amazing how often I need to
be reminded.
Where I’m failing: Letting my emotions get the best of
me. I was pretty sick when I left work Thursday night and stopped by an urgent
care clinic. I had called ahead but was not called to the desk until 10 minutes
after signing in. Everything appeared to be good until the customer service
person asked me to sign a document stating that they could bill my debit card
in the event my insurance didn’t pay for certain services. I told the rep I had
a $35 co-pay so there shouldn’t be any additional charges. I then stated that I’d
never NOT paid a legitimate bill. I then informed her that medical facilities
were well known to overcharge people and that’s why insurance companies
oftentimes didn’t pay for services to begin with. Before I left on principle,
prolonging an infection that has made me completely miserable for the past few
days, I said a few more things that I’m not proud of, including a couple to
folks in the waiting room. Oddly enough, the urgent care clinic I went to
yesterday morning (how I love to spend a vacation day) didn’t ask for anything,
saw me more quickly (without an online scheduled appt) and had me on my way in
less than 30 minutes from the point of arrival.
What I’m excited about: My son’s birthday/graduation swim
party at the house today and senior day at Church tomorrow.
Quote that has me thinking: There will come a time when you
believe everything is finished. That will be the beginning. - Louis L’Amour
What I need to work on: Spanish (Honduras in June/July)
What I’m looking forward to: Kicking this massive sinus infection. A steroid shot and 10 days of
antibiotics starting yesterday….
Friday, May 19, 2017
Thursday, May 18, 2017
May Garden Tips (from the UGA Extension)
- Make
third plantings of vegetables mentioned for April (snap beans, corn,
squash, lima beans).
- Control
grass and weeds; they compete for moisture and fertilizer.
- Locate
mulching materials for such crops as tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, Irish
potatoes, okra and lima beans. Apply before dry spells occur but after
plants are well established (usually by blooming time).
- Pole
beans cling to the trellis or sticks more readily if attached by the time
they start running.
- Try
a few tomato plants on stakes or trellises this year. Now is the time to
start removing suckers and tying the plants up.
- Watch
out for the "10 most wanted culprits": Mexican bean beetle,
Colorado potato beetle, bean leaf beetle, Harlequin cabbage bug, blister
beetle, cabbage worm, tomato hornworm, tomato fruit worm (and corn
earworm), cucumber beetle and squash bug. Early discovery makes possible
early control.
- Begin
disease control measures as needed. Check with your county Extension
office for more information.
- Water
as needed.
- Mulch
as needed.
- Keep
a log book of problems and failures that occur so you can avoid or prevent
them in the next planting season. Note successful techniques and varieties
for consideration next season.
- Make
plans now for putting up some of your garden produce. Check with your
county extension office for more information.
Wednesday, May 17, 2017
'Would You' Question of the Week
Would you rather Reverse
one decision you make every day or be able to stop time for 10 seconds every
day?
Tuesday, May 16, 2017
Monday, May 15, 2017
Monday Quotes....
For us, warriors are not what you think of as warriors. The warrior is not someone who fights…The warrior is one who sacrifices himself for the good of others. - Sitting Bull
Kind
of reminds me of this quote, made almost a couple thousand years earlier:
Greater
love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends – Jesus Christ
(John 15:13, The Holy Bible)
Sunday, May 14, 2017
Grandma...Where it all Started.....
Sunday Projects....
Saturday, May 13, 2017
Year to Date Progress...
Thursday, May 11, 2017
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
Old School Pic of the Week
Josh
Gibson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Josh_Gibson
Might
have been the best slugger to ever play the game, but never got the chance to
try his hand in the big leagues......
Monday, May 8, 2017
Sun Tzu Quote
Strategy
without tactics is the slowest route to victory. Tactics without strategy is
the noise before defeat. - Sun Tzu, The Art of War
Sunday, May 7, 2017
Hamburgers and Prayer
Today we celebrated our first ‘Hamburgers and Prayer’
gathering in downtown Dallas. We met some new friends and are looking forward
to learning more about how we can serve our brothers and sisters in the
community as we continue these going forward.
Saturday Project
Wednesday, May 3, 2017
Tuesday, May 2, 2017
Old School Pic (and quote)
The Mick after a bad day at the plate....check out those
forearms!
If I’d have known I was going to live this long, I’d have
taken better care of myself – Mickey Mantle
Monday, May 1, 2017
Moving Express Shout Out!
We
went down to Jacksonville to help move my beautiful daughter home this weekend
and had two guys show up and start signing to me and communicating via text on their
phones. Hats off to Chris and Ryan for a phenomenal job and to Siah Huseby and Moving Express for
hiring such awesome guys.
Moving
Express, St. Augustine, FL
Owned by Siah Huseby
Owned by Siah Huseby
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