(A story) Divorce? Tom’s parents woke him up to tell him their news, and now he was in shock. He had never thought his parents would be getting a divorce. They had been together for 25 years. Sure they would fight on occasion, but it wasn’t anything out of the ordinary. What was even stranger … [Read more...]
Getting Engaged is Like…
Many people don’t realize that the words “Will you marry me?” are another way of saying “There’s a storm coming.” Getting engaged is like being hit by a hurricane because it’s always a lot more damaging and harder to endure than people expect. Instead of rain and sleet, however, you’re pounded by … [Read more...]
5 Tricks to Liking Your Job
One of the things I love about Universal Studios and Disney Parks is how friendly the staff is. Everywhere I went they were quick to say hi, which helped me be friendlier in return. After a week of this treatment I was in the habit of cheerfully greeting people myself and expecting a cheerful … [Read more...]
Good Parenting
This week I had the privilege of going to the Universal and Disney Parks; they are all amazing places designed with wonderful creativity and impressive craftsmanship. Of course, what really stood out to me, however, was seeing the contrast between good and bad parents. I know not being a parent … [Read more...]
The Importance of Learning
I have 3 Masters Degrees, which means one thing: I’ve forgotten a whole lot of information. I’ve been blessed with a lot of education, but how much do I actually remember? Maybe 1%, which means for every one hundred things I learned I remember one thing. A ratio of 100:1 is not an encouraging … [Read more...]
A Grad Speech You’ll Never Hear
The following is a high school graduation speech that is meant to actually be honest and not just the typical fluff and pander to make people feel good: Wow, look at you. You are graduating high school. It’s exciting... although I’m sure for some of you, your teachers are even more excited that … [Read more...]
Said vs Heard
What is heard is sometimes very different than what is said. For instance, the other night my girlfriend and I were out walking her dog when out of the silence she said, “I don’t want to be poor.” This was a straightforward statement simply meant to share what was on her heart. Of course, I don’t … [Read more...]
Is this a Blessing?
The best question I’ve discovered to develop emotional health is: “Where is the good?” This question helps remind us that there is good in all things, and being able to find the positive makes them easier to forgive and accept. This week I discovered a new question: “Is this a blessing?” where the … [Read more...]
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