The day we remember the words “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” and “endowed by our creator.” These were not written at the time by patriots but by rebels who had enough. Read the entire document to your children, and you will remember how often these same rebels tried and tried to get government…
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Letters to Tom — Sailing
Dear Tom: I have to begin with a true story and a little background. For whatever reason I sat down today for my meditation and one of my favorite quotes came the mind. As many people know, while I was on sabbatical I collected quotes and very short stories. One of the earliest and one…
Health
Since my surgery I am frequently asked, “How’s your health.” It is a thoughtful and caring question that deserves a similar response. However, when we are asked that question, we usually respond only about our physical well-being. In my case, is the transplant still functioning properly, how are my football knees, and am I showing…
Expansion
Whether it is team sports, work, or personal relationships there comes a point when we are entreated to give a little more of ourselves. The most vivid memories I have of these requests are of my days in a locker room at halftime or in a huddle during the fourth quarter of a tight game.…
Circumstances
Contrary to what you may have been taught, we are neither creatures or slaves to circumstances. Circumstances have their rise within us. They are simply reactionary conditions that take a hold of us and keep us in a perpetual orbit of their choosing. That is until we consciously become their master by the recognition of…