I don’t always know what certain protocol is when it comes to government, but there are lots of protocols in place when dealing with leadership and access. There are also processes in place that help learn the proper protocol. “Processes is a systematic series of actions that lead to a desired end.” (Dictionary.com) I have…
Blog by Kristen Hicks Full disclosure… I haven’t hated this season. I have enjoyed the rest. I have enjoyed slowing down and not having to live up to the expectations and demands of so many different people and things I’ve committed to. Granted in a lot of ways, my life hasn’t changed as much as…
I learned at a young age the value of a good reputation. My parents had a good reputation in the community where we lived. They lived their lives willing to help others at a moment’s notice. They trained their family well. To this day, they still have a reputation of kindness in our community. A…
I have had relationships over the years that have developed into deep friendships. I feel like the richest man on earth when it comes to family, friends and colleagues. I think one of the things that makes my life so rich and full is the depth of commitment that we have to one another. I…
One of the effects of “Shelter In Place” is that is “feels like” we have lost our freedom. In some ways we are limited for sure. We must be careful not to cause harm to others by spreading this virus to those who are more vulnerable than others. Things are different, but there are still…
I think strategy takes some thought and planning. If I attempt to do a big project with little thought or planning, the results are usually a disaster, or I may be fortunate enough to muddle through it. I like to plan and strategize and then manage the plan. If I’m “flyin’ by the seat of…
This post is rated PG-13 Every now and then I come across a story from the Bible that is very disturbing. There were times in human history where we as humans have lost our mind. Some stories that I hear in the news of our day remind me that there are lots of lost people…
I don’t consider myself a patient person. In fact, I am rather impatient. I learned several years ago NOT to pray for patience. I have really calmed down some over the years and I’ve discovered the value of patience. The Lord’s patience is mind blowing. He has displayed great patience with me over the years…
There are times when I’m easily distracted, and my mind and my attention go a totally different direction. My wife and those who work with me will testify to this. I sometimes represent the analogy of the dog who is immediately distracted by squirrel! I can go down a long extended “rabbit trail” and totally…
I remember a class with Dr. Black in Bible College as he taught about the value of a vow. He said that the Lord didn’t require a vow, BUT if you made a vow, you had better keep it. I remember hearing about the stories of Samson since I was a kid. His strength sounded…