Today I learned about the the Sister’s of St. Joseph. Their beginning and how they came to the west coast of the United States of America. I also learned about their charism. I learned that they do not have charism but rather the charism has them. It is a very interesting tale; one that makes…

This past weekend was a full one. A whole lot going on in my life and the lives of others. Parties and themed barbecues; a whole lot of driving. I was able to spend time with some friends; I stopped in to see my younger sister and her husband. I love talking with my brother…

Last night, fairly late in the evening, I looked at this website and saw that my brother had not posted a blog for the week. He had until Midnight so there was a good chance that he was not going to post a blog. This would have meant a free coffee for me. Well, this…

I believe that I have stated recently that I brought a boat down from Long Beach to San Diego. Two weeks into the new marina and I am very happy with the new home for the old gal. I washed her on Sunday July 7th and went back to her on July 13th and she…

This evening I am grateful for all of the blessings in my life. One of the biggest blessings is the wonderful lady who is my business partner. She helps me and makes me want to continue to educate myself and improve my life. I am grateful for her and I am grateful that in all…

This past weekend was looonnnggggg. The United States of America celebrated it’s independence day on Thursday, July 4th; so I took July 5th off from work, which made it a four day weekend. Two of the four days were spent with my oldest child and his significant other. It was great to see him and…

So much good in life.  So much to be grateful for.  I give thanks to god every day. I am grateful that a person that I know who needed a new liver now has one and is recovering. The beginning of a new life for this person. I am grateful that I am spending a…

There are many things to be grateful for. Too many for me to list. I am having a wonderful week and I am so grateful for that!

There are times, probably more often than not, that I may deviate from the path that I am walking on. If it is a conscious decision then no problem I am aware of what I am doing. Sometimes though I may be distracted, looking at the view and I wander off just a little. These…

Using the old to continue with the production of the new. I am currently reading a book that I read every two years; sometimes less than. It is written by Don Miguel Ruiz, Jr., The Mastery of Self. It is a very good book that helps me keep my self and my life in perspective…

In my readings and discussions I am reminded that I am not responsible for how others think or react. I am only responsible for my thoughts and my actions. How others respond to what I say and do is their responsibility. I am grateful for this enlightenment. It does help me in my daily life…

“God has put us right where we need to be.” – Dr. Lauren Lek I quote her because she is an extremally intelligent lady, working hard to promote the best education and opportunities for young ladies. She has been the Head of School at the Academy of Our Lady of Peace for over eleven years…