The world is my oyster! Jackie Gleason's famous line sums up a philosophy of life that suggests that life is...a pearl! I like the idea that among the myriad of life experiences that exist, letting an opportunity to do something that you've always dreamed of doing, undone, is a waste. There is a country song, I love that talks about a guy who has only a short time to live, and he "went skydiving, Rocky Mountain climbing, and 2.7 seconds on a bull named Fu Manchu!" The song implores us to "live like you were dying…
Everyone remembers their first car...it is a right of passage that gives you the first taste of adult freedom. It is a satisfying moment...even when it is unspoken, parents telling you, we trust you to go places by yourself.
My Dad was in the car business. he had promised me my Mom's 1962 Plymouth Valiant, with only one catch...a report card with B's or better...I of course got one C and a D thereby missing that opportunity.
My Dad sold the car and told me if I wanted a vehicle I would have to…
So you want a good deal...a phrase that is used to describe the indefinable essence of feeling good about a transaction. In every business customers look for value that exceeds price. I believe in the principal of providing a good price and more importantly...respect!
One thing I have noticed in recent years is a lack of respect for customers time, and intelligence. There are businesses out there that believe in the "wear them down" practice. This practice is a belief that the longer the customer is kept at your business the weaker they will get, and eventually will…
On my desk is a lamp. The lamp is shaped like the leg of a beautiful woman in fish net stocking, wearing a black high-heel-pump. This replica from a Christmas Story was a gift from my Dad. It is a gift I cherish! Everyday when I walk in my office it makes me smile. I think of him and the movie and I get a happy little grin.
It wasn't an expensive gift, in fact some people look at it and think it a little weird, but I don't care...it makes me smile!
The office of President is one that comes with great honor, but also, great stress and strain. Those who pursue the office are noticeably affected by the enormous work load that comes to those who win the election. Before and after pictures of these men is visible proof of what happens to them upon attainment of their lofty goal.
President's day is a time when we celebrate the birthdays of both Lincoln and Washington. Both men are recognized as among the best to hold the prestigious office. They are also both good examples of how the great weight of…
I have been around the block a few times...52 years a resident of the planet earth! This weekend I attended a housewarming party for my niece and her fiance. I looked around and realized that I had been fortunate to witness the coming of age of the next generation of my family.
I remember that not to long ago we were kissing boo-boos, and worrying about their grades, and praying for them to find their dreams in something good.
As I looked around, I saw the faces of people I love, living good lives, and doing things that made…
