Tag Archives: family

Some Gifts Can’t Be Wrapped

Posted on December 22, 2012 by

“Your children need your presence more than your presents.” – Jesse Jackson As you do your last minute shopping and wrapping, remember that one of the most valuable gifts you can give … … is the gift of your time. … Continue reading →

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Measuring The Ripple Effect

Posted on October 8, 2012 by

“Remember there’s no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end.” – Scott Adams Unbelievably nice weather on the Oregon coast drew our family out to create a few ripples. While the kids … Continue reading →

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Never Forget. Act To Remember

Posted on September 11, 2012 by

“9/11 was a reminder that the bonds of family can be severed in an instant. They are essential, crucial, valuable, fragile.” – Peter Jennings On September 10th, 2001, almost 3000 people were not told they had one day to live. On September … Continue reading →

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Yes Dad, I Cleaned My Room

Posted on August 7, 2012 by

“Garbage clutters the house that has no dream.” – Mike Dolan Over time, a clean room sounds something like this. Age 4 – “Aww cwean!” Age 6 – “I did a good job cweaning my room!” Age 8 – “It’s … Continue reading →

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Who’s Missing?

Posted on July 12, 2012 by

“The family is one of nature’s masterpieces.” – George Santayana, The Life of Reason Ever watch co-workers try to figure out who’s missing so they can start a meeting? It always takes a few seconds to remember that Fred is on vacation … Continue reading →

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Eleven Easy Ways To Leap Into Action And Make A Difference

Posted on February 29, 2012 by

“Well done is better than well said.” – Benjamin Franklin When I started my challenge on the day after Christmas 2010, I wanted to give my time with intent to help someone, everyday. That way I could make a small and … Continue reading →

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The Future Is In The Good Hands Of The Future Stars Family

Posted on February 11, 2012 by

There are times when a family extends beyond the family. Family was the theme of today’s meeting of Future Stars, a youth speaking and leadership group, modeled after a Toastmasters club. My children joined us which put about twenty kids … Continue reading →

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Post-Christmas Resolution, Day 338 – You Think Your House Needs Work?

Posted on November 27, 2011 by

“Spend some time this weekend on home improvement; improve your attitude toward your family.” – Bo Bennett I read somewhere that home improvement is a $300 billion business in the United States. If we spend $300 billion on home improvement, … Continue reading →

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Post-Christmas Resolution, Day 335 – Thanksgiving Everyday

Posted on November 24, 2011 by

“Thanksgiving was never meant to be shut up in a single day.” – Robert Caspar Linter As we finished our dinner this afternoon, I reflected on my childhood Thanksgivings. A day off school, the start of the Christmas season, and the … Continue reading →

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Post-Christmas Resolution, Day 300 – Use The Right Yardstick

Posted on October 20, 2011 by

“Never lose sight of the fact that the most important yardstick of your success will be how you treat other people – your family, friends, and coworkers, and even strangers you meet along the way. “ – Barbara Bush It … Continue reading →

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