Creative expression can enhance/save your life. It has mine. In “The Artist’s Way,” Julia Cameron observes that we’re all gifted, but many of us never realize our gifts. Many blocks, real and imagined, often keep us from fully realizing, or even identifying our creative possibilities. There are many tools and paths that can open our hearts, minds and spirit to a fuller, more colorful and rewarding life. Join me as I discuss these options, and relate how I’ve sought to walk the talk. It’s never too late to explore your creative potential. Your Friend in the Mirror will thank you, and your family and friends will be glad you considered, “Who ya gonna be, when you get to be you?”
Read moreATTEMPTING A MAJOR ATTITUDE ADJUSTMENT...PLEASE JOIN ME!
Our “Happy Buddha” Garden Spirit…Love Ducks Added For Excessive Positivity…So, There!
It’s too easy for many of us to waste our emotional and physical energy focusing on the latest Washington political outrage, which occurs almost daily. While I can’t help but pay some responsible attention, I’m trying to shift my civic focus locally, where I can make a more direct contribution. My last Mosey Commentary highlighted the concept of “Civic Heroes,” which we should all aspire to be. Our communities need us, there are always a broad array of issues and programs from which to choose, and the personal gratification from making a positive difference can be significant. All while working with old friends, or making new ones in a common cause. Everybody wins! I find my attitude improves considerably when I focus my civic energies locally. It might work for you, too. Let’s Mosey!
Read moreRECLAIMING THE SOUNDTRACK OF YOUR LIFE
A Wonderful Reminder from The Fort Worth Symphony
Music is important to most of us, but many of us have lost touch with those songs that have been highlights of our evolving lives. With music as one of my most important influences, I sought to reclaim those key songs from throughout my life and build a library for easy access and reference. These comments highlight my process, and may inspire you to do the same. These anxious times necessitate our seeking nurturing resources to help our life balance. Music works for me. Read on and see how it might better serve you.
Read moreIN SEARCH OF THE GREAT WHITE BUFFALO...AN APRIL 1 REFLECTION...
It’s been a rite of passage for Bullock men to track, engage and document an encounter with The Legendary Great White Buffalo, one of the rarest of animals. This often happens around April 1st of a selected year. In this reflection, I share my personal experience for the first time. I hope this recounting will inspire others as to the power and profound revelations of such an adventure.
Read moreTEACHING OUR CHILDREN WELL...LET'S RISE TO OUR OCCASION
As a father and grandfather, I’m often thinking about children. However, my sensitivities have been heightened recently by other influences. By the Anna Deveare Smith play, Notes From The Field, based on her interviews with a diversity of folks relative to community experiences of bigotry, racism and various forms of discrimination. By the expanded nightmare on our Southern border, and it’s impact on children and families. By the shameful college admissions scandal and what it says about abuse of privilege. And by the anniversary of the loss of my younger son, whose dreams were cut short by cancer at age 12. Join me as I reflect on our challenges and opportunities with ALL children.
Read moreMOMENTS OF TRUTH...LET'S CHOOSE TO LEAP TO ADVOCACY...
We know the story of the frog that dies of complacency and confusion when lulled into the false security of the simmering pan. But the frog that’s tossed into a boiling pan quickly comes to its senses and executes a prompt escape. What a great metaphor for the moment. Too many of us have been simmering, when we should be making our escape. The New Year gives us a great opportunity to do better for ourselves and our communities. We’re called to reconcile moments of truth with opportunities and responsibilities. Come join me as we consider energizing our civic engagement commitment. Let’s Do This! Together…
Read moreSCROOGE, PIGLET AND ME...WE'RE READY FOR CHANGE!
Piglet speaks for me, too. Temporarily.
What a turbulent year 2018 has been! In business, politics and most all aspects of society. And it’s so easy to get swept up in the negative conversations in many forms. I’ve found myself chiming in on too many negative threads of political criticism, when I had little to add. The only consistent measurable result has been with blood pressure and stress levels. Most certainly not worth the efforts. Like Michael Jackson, I’m “looking to that Man in the Mirror…to make that change.” I’m going to refrain from most National political commentary, showcase outstanding national pundits where appropriate, and shift my emphasis to local civic engagement, where I can cheerlead outstanding civic program models that can be emulated anywhere. Come join me to better understand my New Year’s rationale. You can still count on fun, irreverence and occasional surprises. HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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