Several years ago my daughter Traci dropped a heavy block of wood on her foot and broke a toe. The pain was agonizing but there a was a deeper disappointment that drove her to tears. She had trained to run a half-marathon to benefit Cooper Trooper an organization dedicated to helping the families and siblings of children who have faced life …
Don’t Blend In!
On a recent television show, the following question was asked of a social “expert” who was guest hosting the show. “We have just moved into a new community, how can we make a good impression on our neighbors?” The expert answered, “The most important thing is not to be different. People weird out when they meet people who are different. …
Marital Bliss
Good Morning! It’s Lighten up Monday! This morning I was reminded of how much I love being around real people who are willing to acknowledge imperfection and work toward excellence. Nothing destroys relationships, or impedes growth more than pretending to be perfect. As you will see in this clip, it also makes you look funny! [youtube id=”bZRADKPkzak”]
Dyslexia
It’s Mighten up Londay. I’ve lived with a low level of Dyslexia/ADHD most of my life. I often have to rewrite these posts several times to correct all the mixed up letters and sentences. When I heard my friend, Paul Aldrich – who also struggles with the problem – sing this song, I thought I would die laughing. If you …
Midnight Rantings
Good Morning! It’s lighten up Monday, and I hope you have a spectacular week. Have you ever been woken in the middle of the night by a sinister noise? If so, you will identify with this clip. [youtube id=”EB8cLvaO7kQ”]