December 2011
November 2011
Columbia ranks among the best U.S. cities to start... →
Go, Mizzou! Now I have another reason to like this little college town down the interstate a piece:)
#FB #Missouri
A preaching 'genius' faces his toughest convert →
A few years ago, I had the pleasure of working through an entire series of Lenten devotionals from Dr. Fred Craddock. I have also heard him speak several times in person.
You don’t find many who are his match in terms of thoughtfulness, spirituality, faith and articulate observations of the human condition. He helps us see God in the most daily of activities.
Fred Craddock is one for the...
Happy Pay a Blogger Day: Honor Those Who Expand... →
Now here’s a holiday I can fully support:)
#FB #LI #Blogging
“Humility is the only lens though which great things can be seen—and once...”
– … or you could just say “Oh Lord, it’s hard to be humble …”:)
We are told to believe in ourselves and that we can accomplish anything. This is all well and good, but sometimes we have to get out of our own way.
#FB #LI #humility
“Our deepest calling is to grow into our own authentic self-hood, whether or not...”
– #FB #LI #Authenticity
The Last of Humans Freedoms →
The headline above will lead you to a very powerful quote from Viktor Frankl about the ability to choose even in the worst of circumstances.
If you are a victim, or like to put yourself in the victim mode, or perceive the world as much more powerful, this statement might not resonate.
You may well be tempted to dismiss his words and the man behind them as just another idle dreamer, a...
More on … Making Your Choices →
…. and now for page two:)
More from Tim Carson on decision-making.
#FB #LI #Decision-Making
Big changes coming →
Here’s a TedxTalk by Roger McNamee that will get your attention. Just ignore the hair and listen to the content.
Fascinating and a little disturbing.
tells me I have some catching up to do… what does this presentation suggest to you?
#FB #LI #Future
The Geography of Stuck →
Well , this explains a lot, as well as confirming my suspicions about relative mobility from state to state.
Not that staying put is a bad thing in and of itself, but some exposure to the realities of living in other parts of the country can change your worldview.
In my opinion, this change is a positive one.
#FB #LI #Tolerance
Korinthia Klein: Amazing Grace →
The stories that come from the “This I Believe” series are consistently interesting, inspiring, and enjoyable. THis one about gifts, talent, and family is no exception.
What does Ms. Klein’s testimony say to you?
#FB #LI #Talent #Family
Harmony... →
More image collection.
What a wonderful collage. Can you name everyone?
#FB #LI
I could go for a giant mouse about now… →
Just collecting cool pictures today and this one qualified without even filling out the application:)
#FB #LI #Photo
"Make Art, Save Art" ~ DoSomething.org →
For a friend:
Some artists are competing for a monetary award to support and advance the arts.
Click on the link and check out the picture. If you are so inclined, click the “like” button below the image. If not, look for other images that are part of this competition and like something:)
#FB #LI #Art
"Are people our greatest asset?" ~ 1.00 FTE Nails... →
Click the headline above to see the graphic.
I have great respect for those who create and maintain our information technology infrastructures.
However, the logic in this graphic rings true. We show our values by who is rewarded compared to others.
This same point holds true for police and fire personnel, nurses, and teachers, among others. Why should these people who provide essential...
"The One Thing You CAN'T Eat This Thanksgiving" →
Fun little poem with a pithy point … so a pithy pointed poem to peruse:)
#FB #LI #Thanksgiving
“Thanksgiving dinners take eighteen hours to prepare. They are consumed in...”
– Erma Bombeck
Words and Actions →
