Will That Be on The Test?

I don’t consider myself a good “test taker”. I have had my share of tests because I really do love education. I recently earned my GRI (Graduate of REALTOR Institute) and there were multiple tests during the classes required. When I was teaching as an adjunct instructor several years ago, I used to try to…

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Humility Precedes Honor

I’ve recently been introduced to the Ennegram.It has really opened my eyes to various personality styles and how we interact and our personalities intersect. My oldest son first spoke with me about it and a friend at my office then recommended a good book that introduces the Ennegram. The book is called “The Road Back…

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New Contract

  My work world is filled with contracts, promises, addendums to the contract, dates, deadlines and more. It also involves people from all walks of life as well. People and contracts to not always work well, but the contract is intended to be full of promises that each party keeps with the other. Most days…

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Hardened Heart

We had a neighbor in Casey Creek, Kentucky – where I grew up who had “hardening of the arteries”. It was so sad to see this sweet lady who was full of class and was so kind, become mentally and physically dysfunctional over a short period of time. I remember thinking what a debilitating disease.…

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Old & Faithful

I really admire older people. They have such great life experiences to share. I’ve learned a lot about what NOT to do from the stories of older people in my life. They can usually tell you what won’t work. Before I go too far speaking about older people, I must admit that I’m closing in…

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Teachable

There are people who simply know it all. I mean they know just about everything – at least they think they do. I’ve never met a “know it all” that I thought was also a wise person. People who “know it all” are usually quite ignorant or several levels. I didn’t say they were stupid,…

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