Plans

Recent events have caused me to be introspective and examine my life. Many things certainly have not gone according to my plans. Some have been pleasant surprises, while others have been disappointments. While I was pondering how life doesn't always work out according to my plans I realized, that is the problem. I should be … Continue reading Plans

Trust

Today marks the tenth anniversary of an event that was one of those darkest nights. It was this event that caused me to realize safety comes in knowing who holds our future and not our physical location. Things can happen even in places that are supposed to be safe.  Our trust belongs solely in God's … Continue reading Trust

Attitudes

Saying that I'm a pessimist is probably an understatement. Instead of seeing the glass as half empty or half full I see it as almost gone.  I have been working on being more positive lately. It is just a very hard thing for me.  Last weeks was one of those weeks where everything just seemed … Continue reading Attitudes

One of Those Weeks

Well, the I know that it is only Wednesday but it has been one of those weeks. It has just been one thing after another.  You know the kind where you it seems like it is one problem after another. Despite everything that has happened this week it could be worse. It is one of … Continue reading One of Those Weeks

Too Many Thoughts

Can't sleep too many thoughts racing through my mind Thoughts of the future Thoughts of the past Thoughts of things I've done or said Can't sleep too many questions racing through my mind. Questions about decisions Questions about the future Questions I can't answer Need some answers so I can sleep; now these thoughts claim … Continue reading Too Many Thoughts

Purpose

Unless you have been hiding under a rock I'm sure by now you are aware of Michael Jackson's death. There has been a lot of coverage of fan reaction. One that I find troubling was a comment made by a young Japanese lady who came to Los Angles for the funeral. Michael Jackson is my … Continue reading Purpose

Heroes: What Makes a Hero

The theme for National Blog Posting Month is heroes. Posting on the theme is optional but I am going to try to post something each week about heroes. Some would consider athletes, rock stars or other celebrities heroes. Or maybe heroes are those who show extraordinary bravery and selflessness. I have been thinking about the  … Continue reading Heroes: What Makes a Hero