Actions for others
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The Gift of Time is the Best Return on Investment
Take the Trip During the first week in December 2017, Chris and I were fortunate to have a trip just the two of us. There were several times we almost canceled the trip. The logistics of asking people to care for three kids, school, homework, and extracurricular activities almost felt not worth the effort. We are fortunate that both of our parents were able to help with the kids which afforded us the gift of time away together. I tried to recharge more than I ever have on a trip. I was almost a recluse and spent my time reading and enjoying my surroundings. He Was Preparing Me for What…
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If You Want to Make a Difference, Do the Unexpected
In the hustle & bustle of life, sometimes we feel like we don’t know if we are coming or going. When I lay my head down at night, I often reflect on, “did I make a difference today”. I’ll be the first to admit that more times than not, my truthful answer is “no”. I want to help others, I want to give back, I want to do so much but LIFE often gets in the way with my execution. Sometimes we think there is an expiration on when you can do a good deed or show a kind gesture. The truth is, it’s the one off’s that mean the…
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No Excuses in the Present
We lost one of my favorite people in Chris’s family this month. Mac Pritchett was not only Chris’s uncle but he was our next door neighbor. When I worked in Martin, Uncle Mac frequently stopped by to visit and share a cup of coffee. Uncle Mac loved to share his photographs with his family and friends. I am blessed that his photographs are throughout my house and office. Uncle Mac had been in a few different healthcare facilities over the last few months and he was blessed to have lots of people frequently visit him. I’m embarrassed to say I never visited him because I was “too busy”. I thought…
