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Usually, these days by the seat of my pants… Read 0n 8/10/25
In my youth, I played organized baseball and football throughout elementary and high school. Especially during high school, I saw myself as more of a defensive, goal-stopping player. Unfortunately, this approach also applied to my life, not so much in terms of learning and practicing or success, but rather in my lack of ambition; I Continue reading
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Peace can be defined in so many different ways at different times of the year in so many places. 8/7/25
In moments of quiet prayer or reflection, you can find peace. The beauty of watching a sunrise or sunset with a loved one by the beach, lake, or mountains throughout the changing seasons. The stillness of a snowstorm in winter, a gentle rainfall followed by a rainbow in spring, the roar of the ocean and Continue reading
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World Peace, No Hunger, One Common Language, No Borders, Pray to the Same Creator? Where to Begin…Hmm 8/2/25
Humor would certainly be at the top of my list as who doesn’t like to laugh e.g. READ ON: This question could’ve been answered more effectively by someone more intelligent or profound than I. There is so much to do and so little time to accomplish it, especially considering that many greedy, controlling, and power-seeking Continue reading
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Acts of Kindness should be kept private between you and the recipient, but I’ll share a few examples. 7/26/25
I have done many things as a kid that I’m sure others can relate to, such as mowing or shoveling an elderly neighbor’s lawn or pavement, and running errands. However, I would like to share two things about myself that not many people know. When I was 4 or 5 years old, before starting kindergarten, Continue reading
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Hardworking, Catholic, Family Man who loves and lives life to the fullest with a sense of humor. 7/25/25
Over the past 20 years, it has been a long time since anyone described me in words. However, back then, not just one, but two different waiters innocently asked me this question, and I might add, a year or so apart, at two different restaurants. Waiter #1: Excuse me, sir, but has anyone ever told Continue reading
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Growing Up in the Wonder Years with the Blue Laws and Everything seemed right in the world 7/24/25
As a child of the 1950s and 1960s, you may hear a parent, or more commonly, a grandparent, reminisce about how different life was when they were growing up during the Baby Boom era. This term refers to the period when children were born as soldiers returned home and started families after World War II Continue reading
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Life Can Change in the Blink of an Eye for Better or Worse… Morning News Read On 7/7/25
When it comes to Security – Consider the perspective of Steve Jobs, the CEO of Apple and one of the richest individuals in the world, who sacrificed much of his personal life for business success. His final thoughts on success and financial security were poignant: “I reached the pinnacle of success in the business world. Continue reading
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Don’t Sweat the Little Things, See Both Sides of the Coin, Check Your Ego at the Door. 6/30/25
The headline may sound simple to express but living it each day is much more challenging. Nevertheless, we strive to make it work. No one wants to argue over minor issues that often seem more significant. In reality, they’re usually not. Having been married for nearly 50 years, I often tell couples that the toughest Continue reading
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Call, Text, Note, Letter, or Simple Thank You Works for Me 6/26/25
This is maybe an easy prompt for most to answer. However, I am always humbled by the outpouring of affection and generosity towards me. I was always someone who preferred to pitch in where needed, help those in need, and give quietly, often behind the scenes. In a Parochial school, this was known as the Continue reading
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Health, Well-being, and Security of Family
As I enter the twilight of my years, I notice more tracks from my journey behind me, and I can see the light at the end of the tunnel in the distance. I once heard someone say something profound: the truth is that birth is, in itself, the first step toward death. Perhaps if everyone Continue reading
