Battle Plan

I remember years ago watching the Gulf War on TV as it unfolded before the eyes of our nation. General Norman Schwarzkoph, Jr. gave briefings that explained how the US took the enemy by surprise.  He made it look rather simple even though it was series of complex maneuvers that fit into an overall battle…

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Reputation

I don’t always know what others think of me. Perception is stronger than reality at times. I had to make hard decisions weighing the outcome based on internal factors. When the decisions are viewed from the outside, they might look bad on my reputation. I can’t always control my reputation, but I can always control…

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Gap

There are times a gap is good and there are times when it’s not good. For example, a gap in the trim has to be filled with caulk. A proper gap between me and the car in front of me is good, especially if he stops quickly. I sometimes feel like there are “gaps” in…

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Progress

It is important to remember my past, but I don’t think I should stay in that space too long. I also think that my past behavior can be a predictor of my future. I don’t want to sound all weird, but I think it’s really important to reflect on my past journey occasionally because it…

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Rest & Return

I was reading this morning about all the Sabbath Rests of the people of Israel. I realize that I probably should rest way more frequently than I currently do. There is something about “unplugging” from my phone, calendar and work.  This is not super easy for me, because I really want all my clients to…

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Plague Purpose

I remember as a kid having to have all sorts of immunization shots for different diseases that I might be susceptible as a young child. There was one shot that was formidable for sure and left a mark on my arm – I think it was polio vaccine. The shots were obviously intended to prevent…

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