Protection & Support

I am blessed with so many great friends, colleagues and mentors. I could probably write for years about the people who have supported me, invested in me, protected me, served alongside me as well as helped me become the person I am today.  There are times that the people who invested in my life, never…

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Finish Line

I often use the analogy of getting a deal across the finish line. When crossing the finish line, the runner knows that the race is complete. Runners are usually warming down as their bodies have been put to the test. The finish line can also refer to the end of life on earth. The older…

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Gatekeeper

I’ve used this term before to describe an executive assistant or executive secretary who protects access to a CEO or President of a large company. People in high demand leadership have gatekeepers. I had the privilege of meeting some of our elected officials a few years ago in Washington D.C. and they all have “gatekeepers”…

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Divorce

I am not a fan of divorce. I went through a divorce nearly 28 years ago and I wouldn’t wish that on my worst enemies.  I was broken and in deep pain as my life as I knew it changed.  I know people who flippantly choose divorce as a way to seek happiness. It is…

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Where Are You From?

Please note that the question is not where do you live? I’ve noticed that here in Georgia, where I live, there are a lot of people from other places.  There are probably more people here who are from here. I’ve lived in Georgia for the past 34 years. Before moving to Georgia, I lived in…

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Worship Leaders

I’m a big fan of the people who lead my heart in worship. I have a long list that begins with the people who lead at church. I’m not just speaking of the vocalists. There are drummers, keyboardist, bass guitarist, guitar players, saxophone players who play the music. There vocalists who sing and harmonize with…

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