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How to Choose Your Battles to Win the War

Whether you are a corporate manager or a parent, if you choose to lead, there will be times you feel as though you are in a war zone.  Every day there are many skirmishes that present themselves and you must decide which are worth fighting. I raised two daughters. I remember battles fought over the girls keeping their rooms clean. …

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How the Best Face the Worst

The words jumped at me from the computer screen. Stage IV ovarian cancer! Robert and Bobbie Wolgemuth have been personal friends for years so when we learned that Bobbie had received this serious diagnosis our hearts went out to our friends and our prayers began in earnest. Over the last two years the cancer has gone from discovery to treatment …

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Three Life Principles that Lead to Gusto Living!

Years ago a popular television ad showed several young people laughing and smiling as they enjoyed sailing on a blustery day. Then the boat was tipped to a precarious angle and spray splashed across the lens of the camera as the rich full voice of the announcer said, “You only go around once,  so reach for all the gusto you …

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Lighten Up Monday with Taylor Mason!

Good Monday morning, friends. In the early 90s I received a video tape from a young comedian named Taylor Mason. Our family laughed for days watching Taylor’s unique style of ventriloquism and comedic timing. I am happy to share this clip to help you start the week. [youtube id=”I11mvO_e3Sg”] You can purchase Taylor’s DVD here.

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Up Close and Personal

After one of my shows a cute little girl, about 5-years-old stood staring up at me in awe! “What is your name?”  I asked. “My name is Allie.” She answered without ever taking her eyes from my face. “Do you want an autograph?” I asked, thinking that she might be too shy or overwhelmed by the awesomeness of my presence …