“Five years from now, you will pretty much be the same as you are today except for two things: the books you read and the people you get close to.” (Quote from the late motivational speaker, Charlie Tremendous Jones) I’m not sure how instrumental that quote was in developing my perspective about life. But hearing […]
Forgive AND Forget?
I’ve read a ton of stuff about forgiving the people who cause us pain. It’s valuable information. It provides a great blueprint for handling relationships that hurt. It keeps us from becoming victims. The advice is usually focused on one phrase: Forgive and forget. The first word (“forgive”) is where we usually put our energy. […]
What I Learned From 48 Hours Without Technology
I really wasn’t sure what to expect. My wife and I had planned this weekend getaway for months. Two days away from home, an hour’s drive from our house. A chance to relax, refresh and reconnect. We try to do this at least once a year – kind of a mini-vacation. We walk along the […]