Writer, Speaker, Editor, Blogger
My father was a builder, so I grew up around construction sites, tools, and lumber. I learned a lot from my father, not only about building, but also about life. My father’s life mirrored his values and his actions modeled his beliefs. Key elements for constructing a sound structure are a sturdy, level, and plumb […]
Seven years ago, when I felt the nudge to start blogging, I was resistant. I delayed for months, using the excuse of needing a topic I could sustain for the long haul. Granted, that was an important part of the process, but extended longer than necessary because I dreaded the commitment. Blogging, I knew, required […]
Raise your hand if you cringe at the subject of self-discipline. Yeah, I’m right there with you. It’s so much easier to do as we please without thought to consequences. But without some level of self-discipline, you, and sometimes others, suffer. Self-discipline is never easy. Most of us don’t enjoy having any type of limitations […]
Several friends enjoy working jigsaw puzzles. Often, they post pictures of their completed puzzles on social media and mention if the puzzle had an extra piece or a missing piece. When a piece is missing, the satisfaction of completing the puzzle is diminished. Our lives are as intricate and multifaceted as a multi-colored, many-pieced jigsaw […]