Those who are good at what they do, writers, speakers, teachers, elite athletes and others have an obligation to others. Providing leadership to youngsters in areas beyond their area of expertise is another way to pay it forward. Paying it forward refers to the practice of doing good deeds for others, with the hope that […]
As some of you may know, my grandson is an elite athlete, and no I have no claim on ability, that belongs to his Dad and his Mom. He is still young not yet 14 but he by default a leader. I believe that elite athletes no matter what age can provide leadership to younger […]
Today marks our 54th wedding anniversary, and as I sit here reflecting on our life together, I am overwhelmed with gratitude for the 59 years we have known each other. From the moment we met, I knew that you were the one for me. Your warmth, kindness, and beauty captured my heart, and I have […]
My thanks to Aubrey and Ron for the following stories 5 – Fifth Important Lesson – Giving When it Counts. Many years ago, when I worked as a volunteer at a hospital, I got to know a little girl named Liz who was suffering from a rare & serious disease. Her only chance of recovery […]
My thanks to Aubrey and Ron for the following stories 4 – Fourth Important Lesson. – The Obstacle in Our Path. In ancient times, a King had a boulder placed on a roadway. Then he hid himself and watched to see if anyone would remove the huge rock. Some of the king’s wealthiest merchants and […]
My thanks to Aubrey and Ron for the following stories 3 – Third Important Lesson – Always remember those who serve. In the days when an ice cream sundae cost much less, a 10-year-old boy entered a hotel coffee shop and sat at a table. A waitress put a glass of water in front of […]
2. – Second Important Lesson – Pickup in the Rain One night, at 11:30 p.m., an older African American woman was standing on the side of an Alabama highway trying to endure a lashing rain storm. Her car had broken down and she desperately needed a ride. Soaking wet, she decided to flag down the […]
My thanks to Aubrey and Ron for the following stories which will be posted over the next five days. Remember we are in the lazy, hazy, dog days of summer. Enjoy. 1 – First Important Lesson – Cleaning Lady. During my second month of college, our professor gave us a pop quiz. I was a […]
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Kids will be heading back to school soon and the following got me to thinking. “According to the U.S. Department of Education, 54% of U.S. adults 16-74 years old – about 130 million people – lack proficiency in literacy, reading below the equivalent of a sixth-grade level.” It is concerning that a significant portion of […]
