“I’ve learned that transparency may not help you go where you want to go But it will help keep you from going where you’re not supposed to go, And it will always help you go where you’re supposed to go” *Skeete* Not long ago, as I read morning Headlines over my coffee, and observed
As I am sipping my really good cup of Ethiopian Arabica, medium roast, coffee this morning, I’ve been considering something I heard a young representative say as she was recording a presentation for one of the social networks on “green” and “racist” vegetables. Admitted
I’ve learned That I can’t change myself Unless I accept who I am, and am willing to hear the Truth about myself*1 As I sip my coffee and bite into my coffee-companion bread, I remember how much I knew I knew as a ‘smart’ young adult! Today, I’m reminded about m
“I’ve learned That in the classroom, you get the lesson first, And then take the test… and… That in life, you usually get the test first”, And then Learn the lesson! ***Skeet*** As I’m sitting here enjoying my coffee with a pastry snack, I’m thinking about
While enjoying my really good coffee, this afternoon, I’m thinking about a question (Read the Title) given me by a University Professor… His name will remain anonymous in order to prevent “cancel-culturitis”. Perhaps a light look (under 500 words) at an answer while enjoyin
While sitting and enjoying my coffee this morning, I’ve been considering something… I’m pretty particular about taking time to get the best coffee I can. It’s worth it! I’ve been considering the things I like other than coffee, too! For me, it’s important to find the best in whatev
“I’ve learned…Rushing Judgment over False CausesBrings False JusticeAnd a Harsh Reality”*Skeete* Coffee with a shot of Scotch can be quite good, and while coffee with an occasional jellybean usually works, some jellybeans… will ruin a great cup of coffee. A decent Scotch can give cof
A few days ago, while enjoying a great cup of coffee, and viewing news clips on “current” events, I recognized a common theme among some news sites, and felt they needed addressing. Our constitution, and some of the founding fathers of this nation and framers of our constitution were com
“I have Learned that while it’s best to seek peaceful ways, We must be prepared to choose… ways of war, And when we choose the warriors path, We must walk it determined to cause our enemy… To seek peaceful ways.” Photo © by Dirk and Jessica Nalley
“I’ve learned That truth is pure, it can come From an evil person or a good person Just don’t get the people confused.” ***Skeete*** During my coffee break this morning I’ve been thinking about the Presidency, and the race between the parties to gain the position at the
Although I have approximately 28 years of military service, my career spanned almost 40 years. As I sit, enjoying my coffee, thinking about it, I can ‘see‘ the tremendous changes our military services have progressed through. When I joined the Marines during the Vietnam era
As I’m sitting and drinking my third cup of coffee this morning, I realize, while listening to the news in the background, that I may not be who I think I am… I hear the “BLM’ers”, and the “ANTIFA hawkers”, and some “Squad”, all telling me what I must think like to be as good [
I enjoy focusing on helping people do better at what they are doing. I like the challenge of addressing tough questions and situations we can sometimes find ourselves in, and my military buddies enjoyed my dry sense of humor in poking fun at myself when in rough situations. A General once asked me why I didn't seek the "Limelight" when speaking with me about highly successful projects I had spearheaded and implemented. My answer: "I'm more interested in making my projects a successful endeavor; If others jump in and steal credit for my work, that's ok! Why? Well, first I usually can’t do anything about it, and if it does happen, then I work very hard at making sure they can’t let it go. If I can do that, then I have done what I set out to do and more! – After all, once they have it, they have to keep working it, because I’m moving on” Leaders don't need to have a spotlight on them to be great... Inspiring others is a really...GOOD ... accomplishment, too!
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