Impact
We can observe the character of our impact on the world around us in the sort of people who come to us for guidance or direction.
We can observe the character of our impact on the world around us in the sort of people who come to us for guidance or direction.
“You can’t use too much water or it will be slippery.” A stooped gentleman swipes his mop in between chair legs and around a table leg in deft arcs. The air is rich with donut scents from rows of fritters and glazed, cakes and old-fashioned. “Now you try.” The old man offers the mop handle to…
We sometimes get a second chance at things. But, never a second first chance. Past remains past and we dwell there only in our minds. And only for short spells if we want to move forward. Whether a physical path or a path more spiritual or metaphorical, realizing when we cannot go back is freeing. …
Firetrucks Time to read a magazine Hugs Construction equipment Boats Throwing stones into water Sunday mornings around the house Everyday sights like garbage trucks passing outside, dogs on walks, and people mowing their lawn Minor to medium-sized holidays Using the blender or coffee grinder It is not lost on me that these are all simple…
The other day while driving to preschool I asked Jakey what he wanted to be when he grew up. He said, “Shark.” I laughed. I laughed for about a block and then said, “Really, a shark?” “Yeah!” “And I will eat. And I will go omp, omp, omp!” His vigorous arm movements flashed in the…
Many things happened Friday. Specifically last Friday June 26th, 2015. For starters, a girl named Hollie thanked me for teaching her that morning at swim camp. She thanked me several times actually. Hollie is maybe the most courteous young person I have ever coached. I don’t mean the kind of rote and robotic courtesy you…
What you’ll hear first is Jakey. Followed by his mom. Then the little man again. Hands down—no question—one of my Top-5 favorite things Jakey says. It’s up there with “weed whacker,” “leaf blower,” and “Daddy!” Zimbabwe stands for the last letter in the “Alphabet of Nations” song by They Might Be Giants. It’s one of…