Endurance

Three Cameras Ago

I took this photo in March 2010 (three cameras ago) when I was in business in myself – a scary time when the world was dealing with an economic recession, and we were doing all we could to move ahead. The photo was even used in some promotional materials I put together for my company,…

Together We’ll Win

With another work week right around the corner, I can’t help focusing my thoughts and prayers on us all – we’re all touched by current conditions, in one way or another. We’re all wrapped up in a health crisis, as well as an economic crisis – one crisis created by the other. And while we’re…

Encouragement

“Love the trees until their leaves fall off, then encourage them to try again next year.”― Chad Sugg

The Voice of Power

“A waterfall cannot be silent, just as the wisdom! When they speak, the voice of power speaks!” Mehmet Murat Ildan

With a Single Step

“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” – Lao Tzu

Move Fast

“Move fast. Speed is one of your main advantages over large competitors.” – Sam Altman

Long After the Mood

“Commitment means staying loyal to what you said you were going to do long after the mood you said it in has left you.” – Anonymous

Meaningful Selfies

Today I decided that I was going for it – although I’ve been doing a lot of that over time. It’s something I’m sort of known for doing, by those who really know me. Sometimes “it” has been more complicated, while at other times quite simple. Today the mission fell into the simple category –…

Stones

When we look ahead to the things that are most important to us – the goals that mean everything to us, it sometimes seems overwhelming and daunting. Can I do this, or is it too big for me? So we often do nothing – looking at something so large, and doubting ourselves. But the enduring…

Obstacles and Mountains

Trips taken at midnight, and calls taken at 4am. Words delivered to lift upward, received as “drama.” Ideas meant as solutions, sitting idly to the side. Soothing words and tough talk. Pleas to see a professional acknowledged – and only acknowledged. Projects and dreams put on hold for a little while. But there are milestones…

With such little time spent talking about actual issues during this presidential race, it’s almost certain that neither of the candidates could possibly claim a mandate victory. I’m fine with that. While I’m less than impressed with both candidates, I remain impressed with the resiliency Americans have shown over time. Let’s face it, we’ve had…