The state of things at Florida State Florida State fans are angry! They hurt. They are confused. They feel they were screwed over by the almighty committee that determines the four schools to participate in the College Football Playoff (CFP). All the Florida State Seminoles did this year was win. They played the schedule before…
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(Not so) Gentle on my Mind
American singer/songwriter, the legendary Glen Campbell reminds us to remember those who suffer with Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
The myth of the overnight success
The Overnight Success is a myth After 57 years of riding the roller coaster of high hopes, dashed dreams, and hairpin career curves, I find myself “an overnight success.” I cannot tell you how many friends and acquaintances have wished me well and offered congratulations following my recent professional appointment. Some of these folks I…
A word of encouragement…
Please, as you seek to make your mark on the world, as you decide what sort of influence you will be on those whose lives you touch, do not overlook the role of Encourager. Encouragement empowers those who feel powerless. Encouragement improves the outlook of those in distress. Encouragement leaves an indelible impression on the…
What is your inspiration? – a Devotional
The following is one in a series of devotionals reprised from Morning Manna, a daily email devotional I wrote from 2000 – 2005. [hr] TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2000 WHAT IS YOUR INSPIRATION? My heart is overflowing with a good theme; I recite my composition concerning the King; My tongue is the pen of a ready…
If you fail to succeed, remember…
Success is failure. Ever feel like a failure? Ever look around at friends or family and think, “So-and-so has it going on and look at me?” Ever look at someone’s happy selfies and family photos on Facebook or Instagram and feel like an utter, unmitigated, complete failure? No? Me neither. (I will stop lying if…