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Politics, Viewpoints in a World that is Toxic
I come from a time when a person’s voting preferences and political views were considered private matters—not something you discussed openly. News broadcasters like Huntley, Brinkley, Cronkite, Murrow, Brokaw, Reasoner, Jennings, Sevareid, and our local icon John Facenda simply reported the news of the day, leaving any rhetoric for the opinion section of the local… Continue reading
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My Career Path these days is of my own making
My work journey began at a very young age. I started by mowing lawns in the summer and shoveling snow in the winter. I also helped a neighbor whose husband had passed away. She owned a Karastan rug business, and in the fall, she would pay me $5 per rug to mothball, roll, and hang… Continue reading
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Waiting to see who will be the next Pope
This photo was taken during a trip to Italy, where I attended a Papal Mass led by Pope Francis on the Feast of St. Francis. As Catholics around the world await the Conclave of Cardinals, where only those under eighty years of age will be eligible (about two-thirds of the cardinals), we hope that whoever… Continue reading
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Try a Little Help from My Friends…If I Remember Correctly
In the fall of 2019, just a few months before we planned to visit our son in New York City, we were excited to take in some of the holiday offerings. Our itinerary included a cruise around the Statue of Liberty, a visit to the Empire State Building Observation Deck, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the 9/11… Continue reading
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In Charity “Don’t Let our Right Hand Know What Your left Hand is Doing”…Jesus
Community involvement is a personal choice. It can include donating to your local food pantry, supporting your church’s charitable initiatives, or volunteering your time and resources. There are numerous charities available to help both locally and internationally. Contributions can support a variety of causes, including those for the sick, the hungry, and individuals living in… Continue reading
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A Childhood Dream Comes True
When I was a young man, I dreamed of becoming a conductor, fireman, or policeman. As I entered my teenage years, I fantasized about being a rock musician or a baseball or football player, imagining the excitement of the crowd cheering for me. As I moved into middle age, I found myself drawn to the… Continue reading
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The Capitalist in All of Us; Common Ground of the World
Imagine, if you will, that no matter where you live in the world or what language you speak, we all share common interests and preferences in many areas. These include food, cars, bikes, drinks, ice cream flavors, and clothing. It doesn’t matter if it’s Armani, Versace, Levi’s, or Wranglers; whether you prefer dress shirts and… Continue reading
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Quote’ to live by, which has served me well
Actually, I have a few thoughts on that, which is rare these days. “Attitudes are Contagious; is Yours worth Catching!! To steal from Stephen King from the Shining -“All Work and No Play Makes Dan a Dull Boy!” Something I live by and in this order -FAITH, FAMILY, COUNTRY, FRIENDS Continue reading
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My HR of who’s, who – Me (CEO)/Wife President
As mentioned earlier, final decisions are made by the corporate owners of our life advice. However, a savvy businessperson understands that you shouldn’t seek technical advice from the maintenance staff or expect your construction manager to handle legal issues like licensing, inspections, or contracts. If you’re feeling unwell, you don’t consult a pharmacist; if you… Continue reading
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Which way should we go today?
The straightforward answer might be that my wife guides me. But in all seriousness, life offers direction from the moment you open your eyes. Your perspective for the day starts there. Did you wake up feeling grateful, engaged in quiet prayer or meditation, giving thanks? Did you spend time reflecting without any beliefs weighing you… Continue reading
