Monthly Archives: January 2010
Great jobs and JFR
I am not at a point in life (and probably don’t have the personality) to take risks. When eating out, I like to eat what I know I am going to like. I don’t eat out often enough to risk … Continue reading
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Sobering reflection
I’m not sure if this person is entering the tunnel, the darkest parts yet to come; or if they are coming out of it and into the light. This has been my life since June 2008. I sold my house … Continue reading
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Striving for “Third Place”
A great “third place” cannot be underestimated. No, I am not talking about a bronze medal or a purple ribbon. Actually, if memory serves me correctly from my days as a competitive swimmer, purple ribbons are for 6th place, but … Continue reading
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Cigars as trees?
I absolutely love being a dad. And I love being the dad of two boys. My wife says it’s because men never really grow up and having sons gives men an excuse to play with model cars and planes, trains, … Continue reading
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Number 1 rated Cigar of 2009
I have always liked lists… there’s a theory out there that all guys do… counting down the “top 10″ various things. A slight tweak on lists is to name the “greatest athlete to wear number_____.” You know… who was … Continue reading
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Compassion in Haiti
Compassion Interntional has had a presence and has been ministering in Haiti for over 40 years. If you absolutely want to help in the most effective and impactful way, go to… www.compassion.com …and put your funds there. You don’t necessarily … Continue reading
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Featured JBU’er– Leaderskilz
It is time, once again, to highlight the work/efforts of a JBU alumnus. John Brown University really does have a great many alumni out in the world doing great things. For this feature, I wanted to look at an example … Continue reading
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Charitable giving
(Thanks to Cartoonstock.com for the cartoon) Are you in the habit of giving money to charity? Maybe you don’t feel wealthy enough to give, or connected enough with any particular cause. Perhaps you get irritated by people calling you, asking you for money. … Continue reading
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On the start of the 2010 golf season, and true humility
(Photo provided by PGA Tour.com) Thursday was the official start of the 2010 PGA Tour season. (polite golf clap) The SBS Championship is a collection of all last year’s winners playing for the first trophy of the new season. While die-hard … Continue reading
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Walmart… only in America
Walmart is truly an amazing place. Where else can you go to pick up some nail polish and a nail gun; snow blowers and sun chips; pampers, papers, plants, polish sausage, and a 52″ Sony flatscreen TV! There is also a wonderful assortment … Continue reading
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