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Guest Spotlight: My First Job was on the Empire Death Star
Editor’s Note: Things had been pretty stressful at work and I needed to recalibrate and unwind. So one weekend I packed up a travel bag and made a quick trip to Koboh for a fishing trip. My plan was to spend some time fishing at my favorite fishing hole, near a quaint little town…
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Happy Thanksgiving!
Today is Thanksgiving, one of my favorite holidays. In a few hours I will be going to my daughters to celebrate and enjoy time together. There will be a few missing from our celebration, but we’ll think of them and be thankful for their presence in our lives. Wherever you are today, I hope…
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Fearless Leadership
I’ve been reading a book lately on leadership. It’s an interesting book and the author makes some good points about leadership and what it means to lead. She is especially qualified to speak on the topic of leadership, her name is Carey D. Lohrenz and she’s the first female Navy pilot to fly an…
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Performance Reflects Preparation
I love watching the Olympics, especially Track and Field. In the last Olympics, the USA men’s team won gold in the 4 x 400. One of the athletes was interviewed after the race. The interviewer asked, “How was your team able to win the race?” Between the lines, the interviewer wanted to know what…
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A Renaissance of Kindness
I had an experience this week that reminded me of how far our nation has gotten off track. Kind of a heavy topic, I know, but it’s a true story and this nation needs the kind of help only its citizens can provide. We need a Renaissance of Kindness I won’t go into deep…
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Take Time to Laugh
I had an important life reminder moment this week, a sort of light bulb experience. I was challenged on the importance of experiencing life with humor and joy. Especially with loved ones. Highlighted in this reminder is the importance of laughing with those you love. We are certainly living in stressful, challenging times and…
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Make Sure You Vote
Think of me as a Culture War draft dodger. That’s right, I’ve successfully avoided enlisting in the Great Culture War of this century. It is my firm and unyielding position there is no reason to fight and scrap with fellow Americans. Period. There, I’ve said it. This is especially true for Christians- there isn’t…
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Technical Trainer Super Powers
Super heros and super powers are part of our pop culture. You might even say an important part, if you look at their presence. Comic book movies are everywhere. The truth is, super hero movies are churned out from Hollywood on a super sized scale. Our summers are filled with spin offs and remakes.…
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Back in the Kitchen
Well, I’m back in the kitchen so to speak, and ready to cook. Admittedly, it’s not the same kitchen or the same state, and some utensils are still packed, but it’s time to get back to it. I’m in Texas now and the house in Columbus is close to being sold. I’m enjoying being…