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We accumulate a lot of things during our lives. We collect, save, hoard, cherish, love, and even loathe some of these things. There’s a good reason companies call us “consumers.” We consume a LOT—and then, all of a sudden, one day...BOOM… just like that, we’re gone—and none of it goes with us. Death is undefeated, … Continue reading What are you leaving behind…

Remember, friend, it's a fine line between eustressed out and you stressed out. Your mindset matters. See the challenge ahead as just that, a challenge designed to make you better. Don't allow your mind to make it more. Keep working the problem and chipping away at it. It won't be long before you're gonna be … Continue reading Fiero…

I have learned much since the days described below. I am a child of God and Jesus mounted a rescue operation and saved me. I now know, that I MUST redeem the time He has so graciously given me by reflecting His love back to Him through others. Forgive me, when I fail. This will … Continue reading Memorial Day 2024

Mom turned 99 this month. This past weekend has been her celebration time with many of her grandchildren and great grandchildren too. Today we put a bow on it with church and chicken. Hope this Memorial Day weekend has you grateful and filled with hope. Mom’s belief and optimism has been one of life’s greatest … Continue reading Family…

“Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand that He might lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxieties on Him because He cares for you.” 1 Peter 5: 6-7 This verse spoke to me this morning. It came to me as if from God’s megaphone to wake me up from my malaise. I’m … Continue reading Casting…

Pour into your few. Give them everything you’ve got, leader. You train everyone. Pour wisely. That’s one of my few in the backseat of Coach Ralphie’s car. You see, Grappy wanted to come to OSU HC practice yesterday and his leaders practice too. He can only be upright for 2 hours/day. He came, anyway. He … Continue reading Few…

By way of reminder... Never forget where you came from. Don't lose sight of how far you've come. Celebrate and honor the past, traditions, and records that got you to where you are today. Too often, we chase numbers, goals, our purpose, vision, and OPUS—stuck in a future state that doesn't exist yet, only to … Continue reading Avoid this trap…

Fifteen years ago today, our dear friend Larry Allen left us suddenly. I wrote this as a tribute to him and read it (barely) at his Memorial service. For those of you who knew Larry, I hope this brings back good memories. For those who never met him, let me introduce you to my best … Continue reading Miss you…