Most of us don’t have linear paths in our quest for career, self and a rewarding life. There are usually many variables that we’ll encounter as we engage partners, business colleagues and our Friend In The Mirror in this struggle for self-realization. I’ve been there, done that…more than once. I’ve stumbled occasionally, but have been fortunate to have a cadre of family and friends to influence and encourage my ultimate success. I’m grateful. I try to act and live like it.
Read more34 GUILTY VERDICTS...TIME TO GET THE "A" TEAM BACK IN ACTION TO FINISH THE JOB...
Annette and our friend Margo Sawyer let me glom on for Austin’s 2017 Women’s March…A powerful boost of civic energy…
34 Guilty Verdicts, but we can’t rely on the justice system to right the wrongs and eliminate this orange thorn in our sides. No, it’s up to US to honor our opportunities/responsibilities as citizens to reclaim and rebuild our democracy for the benefit of ALL citizens. We’ve got work to do, but we can heed the many reflective observers who have gone before. Here are their suggestions to prompt our effective and thoughtful response. Thanks for joining me.
Read moreTIME FLEETETH...AS WE OBSERVE EASTER, SPRING, AND OUR LIFE TRANSITIONS...
EASTER CUTENESS OVERLOAD…
Life’s Roller Coaster!… Easter! April 1st! Youthful celebration! Senior demise. Our inevitable life cycle. We can choose to delay and deflect, but only for so long. Life is short, unfair…but well worth the living. Our children amuse and inspire us. Our seniors validate the extended effort. We’re the products of those best efforts. We’ve got choices. Let’s strive to choose wisely…
Read moreA CANYON FULL OF GOOD MEMORIES...
I’m usually not one to bore you with “what I did on my vacation.” But I recently ran across these images from a great adventure with my son Clayton, and thought it would be fun to share. I know that many of you have enjoyed your experience in the Grand Canyon. This was ours…ENJOY!
Read moreOUR NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS...PERHAPS STRENGTH IN NUMBERS...
It’s that time of the Season for New Year’s Resolutions. Always an interesting challenge to address, ponder, pontificate and ignore…though we know we should know better. So, no matter our previous success record, we should examine our efforts and determine to improve. Our communities need our best selves, and resolutions such as these can improve our odds for success. Come join me and consider your possibilities.
Wishing you and yours a Happy and Productive New Year!
Read moreLESSONS IN KINDNESS AND "RADICAL HOPEFULNESS"...NOT JUST SEASONAL
“MAMA CAROL” BEBELLE…NEW ORLEANS CULTURAL ACTIVIST/ICON…….credit…Nigell Moses…Verite News
In a world with a dearth of leaders, it’s always refreshing to discover the unique individual who is making a significant difference by walking the talk…by being a role model for commitment, collaboration and constructive community building. Such is Carol “Mama Carol” Bebelle. Join me for this brief intro, and expand your curiosity at your discretion…And, as Carol would remind us, remember to be kind.
Read moreTHE MINING PAN METAPHOR...WE'VE GOT WORK TO DO...
A Past iACT (Interfaith Action of Central Texas) Austin Special Event…
Let me introduce my mining pan metaphor. We’ve got lots of holes to patch in our fragile world. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed with the magnitude of challenge, but we have considerable resources and lots of communal energy to apply to their improvement. It starts with our Friend in the Mirror…joining others in working TOGETHER for constructive change. Our children and communities are counting on us. Let’s rise to our occasion.
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