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My father taught me a lot about life over the years.
19 Jun
2016

I wrote this blog several years ago. My father recently passed away. I am in the process of updating this […]

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Enjoy life – especially in the moment

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Enjoy life
12 Jun
2016

Learn to enjoy the special moments in your life.  Both of you have accomplished great achievements recently. I hope you […]

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Let Music Inspire You

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Switchfoot in Concert
12 Jun
2016

Music can have a very positive impact on your life and inspire you.  Although I do not possess much (if […]

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Treat everyone you meet with dignity and respect

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05 Jun
2016

Treat everyone with dignity, and try your best to be tolerant of others.  Even if you do not agree with […]

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Avoid Making a big decision late at night

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05 Jun
2016

One rule for you to consider – do not try to have serious discussions (especially if they involve big decisions) […]

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Be Strong – stay in shape

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Race Collage
05 Jun
2016

Sitting on the couch is easy. I know because I do it all the time, especially on weekends. It is […]

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Remember the fallen on Memorial Day

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Tomb of the unknown soldier
30 May
2016

Today is Memorial Day. It is the day that we honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving […]

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Be a life long learner – read books

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Book Case
27 May
2016

One hobby I have enjoyed immensely during my lifetime is reading.  Nowadays it is easy to spend a large portion […]

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Travel to See and Experience the World

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Gavin and Riley in Salzburg
27 May
2016

Travel and see the world whenever you get a chance You will gain a different perspective on life, on people, […]

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Start the day with something you enjoy – Starbucks for me

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Cup of Starbucks coffee and butter croissant
27 May
2016

One thing that I do each day is to start with something I enjoy – Starbucks coffee. Why go to […]

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