Levity

April 13, 2017

Many times you have to fake it until you make it.

Reality

April 13, 2017

NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Troy Aikman was being interviewed by Joe Buck on TV last night. He said that his college coach Terry Donohue used a quote that has stuck with him for decades. ‘Things are never as bad as they seem and they are never really as great as they seem either.’ When […]

Together

April 11, 2017

A small dose of affection goes a long way.

One bad dude

April 10, 2017

‘Let me get this straight. You want to challenge me to a staring contest. I’ll give you 24 hours to think this over. Maybe you should know that I’m undefeated and more than ready to get it on.’

Poetry in motion

April 10, 2017

My wife loves the TV show ‘So you think you can dance.’ Occasionally, she’ll holler…’come here, you have to see this.’ Usually, when I do, it is extraordinary…a reminder that music and movement can uncover the soul.

Resilience

April 10, 2017

In time, it becomes clear that there’s no escaping the occasional fall from grace. Life is no easy swing in the park. What matters is how you rebound after being tossed to the ground.

Understanding

April 9, 2017

When your day takes a turn for the worse…a good friend is a gift from above.

Time out

April 9, 2017

In many countries, a mid day siesta is a given. Ahhhh…even thirty minutes can serve to revitalize batteries that are running on empty. Try it…you’ll like it.

Creativity

April 9, 2017

Gifts become apparent early on and should be nurtured and respected. Where their talents may lead is anyone’s guess. With support and belief, the sky is the limit.

Conundrum

April 5, 2017

Two heads are better than one. Maybe a chat with your best friend could provide an answer to the difficult decision that you’ve been fretting about for weeks.

The Wild West

March 31, 2017

Ever notice how you come across somebody once in a while you shouldn’t have messed with? Clint Eastwood They just don’t make em like they used to. Hats off to Clint Eastwood.

First impression

March 31, 2017

Dogs are defenders. Loyal and true. It seems they are always there looking out for you. But on the first day…they can appear like a lion. Why…they’ve even been known to get the little ones crying. But sooner or later the truth becomes clear. Hardly ever will you find a friend so dear.

Opening Day

March 30, 2017

While the storm clouds gather far across the sea, Let us swear allegiance to a land that’s free. Let us all be grateful for a land so fair, As we raise our voices in a solemn prayer: God bless America, land that I love, Stand beside her and guide her Through the night with a […]

Awe

March 30, 2017

The Milky Way Galaxy has over 100 thousand million stars. Scientists also report that there are over 100 billion galaxies in the universe. Maybe your getting stuck in traffic or having to deal with a petulant child isn’t that big a deal in the grand scheme of things.

Barney

March 29, 2017

‘You think I don’t understand English…but you’re mistaken. I heard you talking about sushi and a movie and know your plans don’t include me. Fine! I’ll just sit here bored out of my mind for four hours while you two paint the town. Don’t think for a minute that the customary doggie treat is gonna […]

Heart

March 29, 2017

The warriors who protect us deserve our admiration and gratitude. May we always remember that beneath that take care of business exterior is the heart of a parent.

Belief

March 28, 2017

There really are no limits to what you can do. No shackles that can’t be loosed so you can fly. You are an eagle…an astronaut…rolled into one. May tomorrow be the day you believe it. Trust, my child, and you can achieve it.

Hope

March 28, 2017

Sure we have gridlock in Washington. There’s discontent on both sides as our election clearly showed. A racial divide became a chasm and no quick solution is in sight. The haves seem to have it all and to the poor, it seems there’s no door to the American Dream. The left and the right have […]

Together

March 28, 2017

I’m no stranger to the rain…been bushwhacked by heartache and saddled with pain. With you, I spring to life again. Just how you do it is not that important. What matters is that we’re together…that we can make it through any kind of weather. I’m no stranger to the rain…and yet with you I believe […]

Alone

March 28, 2017

Lucas doesn’t know anything different. The arguing…the yelling, it’s not normal but seems to be an everyday occurrence at his house. He internalizes emotions that would be too difficult to feel. Being an only child, there’s really no one to talk to…no one to listen even if he could open up. Lucas believes his stepdad […]