Several of my blog friends have asked about Ben, who entered hospice care in May. It sounds strange, but Ben is failing in a most remarkable and wonderful way. As expected, his daily options are reduced. A hospital bed was moved in on the first floor of his home. He is now …
It boggles my mind. At times, I think I’m so special. One Lone Ranger defeating every challenge coming my way. How creative can one person be? No one else could face all of my challenges: bad hips and back, losing my car in a huge parking lot, dysfunctional windshield wipers …
The Dalai Lama is an interesting guy and a blessing to the world. However, I think he might be too smart and spiritual for me to fully comprehend. One popular quote that is often repeated deals with his thoughts about humanity: “Man sacrifices his health in order to make …
This may be my shortest blog post ever. I know some of you are whispering, “Thank goodness.” Transitioning toward retirement is getting to me. I’m busy thinking of all the things I can do and can’t do. How will this turn out? I hope I don’t get lazy. Will people …
I am so lucky. Many of my friends and associates have positively influenced my career and my life. I’ve been fortunate enough to have had meaningful relationships with some pretty bright and wonderful people. One individual who changed so many lives for the better was Aaron …
My latest fun book to read in my special living room chair is a copy of Gregg Shorthand from 1891. It’s a treasure, providing a narrow slice of life from many years ago. It made me think of the Perry Mason show that aired starting in 1957. There were many court scenes …
It’s a shocker. Little did I dream at my age, a new woman would come into my life. I wasn’t out looking for someone new to jazz up my days. I can barely keep up with Sherry. However, this bright, young lady wants to hang out with me. This new relationship has caused me …
It’s finally dawned on me. I was meant to be a truck driver, but my college education got in the way. My recent road trips have put me in close contact with many truckers across the country. Most of them seem pretty darn happy. Why not? They all know where they’re going. …
My good friends keep dropping off on me. One of the finest and brightest was Garth Richards – a great man by my standards. I appreciate men and women who are strong, who help the people around them flourish and who are not afraid of a fight if the cause is worthy. …
I just came back from an amazing road trip from Washoe Valley, Nevada, to Madison, Wisconsin. The states I drove through matched the story of my life. Nevada was safe and forgiving, similar to the youth I experienced with loving parents, small-town friends and a Catholic …
