Category Archives: Around the House

Any kind of extra help, above and beyond, help to people in the house

New Day’s Eve

Posted on January 1, 2014 by Eric Winger

“Approach the New Year with resolve to find the opportunities hidden in each new day.” — Michael Josephson Is a new year really that much better than a new day? For all the pomp and circumstance that surrounds the new … Continue reading →

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Fill ‘Er Up

Posted on September 26, 2013 by Eric Winger

“Talent is like a receptacle. Some are born with a shot glass and some are born with a keg.” — David Hattner, Portland Youth Philharmonic Music Director speaking last night Even if talent could be measured in alcoholic beverage containers, … Continue reading →

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The Gift Of The Present

Posted on September 19, 2013 by Eric Winger

“Your children need your presence more than your presents.” — Jesse Jackson Maybe there’s a reason that the words “presence” and “presents” rhyme. Being present is a gift, like the presence of a parent in a child’s life. There’s only … Continue reading →

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Nether-land

Posted on September 18, 2013 by Eric Winger

Dedicated to anyone who is dealing with dementia. Nether-land Where do you go, o’ mother? Where does your mind rest? When your words in this world, unfurled, are not from your breath. Where do you go, o’ mother? What do … Continue reading →

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Reaction Vs. Reflection

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Eric Winger

“Quiet the mind, and the soul will speak.” — Ma Jaya Sati Bhagavati We spend a lot of time reacting everyday – job pressures, traffic, children crying, teenage tantrums, spousal arguments, 24/7 news assaults, emails, texts, phone calls, etc. But … Continue reading →

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Complaining. The Greatest Illusion.

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Eric Winger

Father: “Would you prefer to talk to a knowledgeable person so that you can create a better informed opinion?” Son: “No. I like my opinion and just want to complain to other people.” —  conversation in our house last night. … Continue reading →

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A Parent’s Duty To A Child

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Eric Winger

A duty and a promise to my children – Zachary, Tessa, and Hayle A Parent’s Duty To A Child Remember what they forget; and forget what should be forgot. Cheer them when they are up; and lift them when they … Continue reading →

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A Greeting At The Door

Posted on August 30, 2013 by Eric Winger

“You only get one chance to make a first impression.” — Unknown My wife and I joined our daughter last night at her new school’s open house. Since this school is new to us, it was a good chance to … Continue reading →

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Changing The Culture Of Giving

Posted on August 21, 2013 by Eric Winger

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” — Margaret Mead “Like being taught cabinetry, philanthropy probably needs to be taught,” my very generous friend … Continue reading →

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Best

Posted on July 21, 2013 by Eric Winger

“I don’t care how poor a man is; if he has family, he’s rich.” –Dan Wilcox and Thad Mumford, “Identity Crisis,” M*A*S*H You can do your best. You can try to be the best. You can best an opponent. And if … Continue reading →

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