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2013
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When reflecting about the past I must admit to overlooking the little things. It is only now that I wish I had been a bit more thoughtful and paid attention. You cannot relive the past. There is no practice or rehearsal. Life is real and time flies. So the thought for the day is: "Enjoy the littl...
07/20/2013
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It is on in Ft. Myers! We will have our meet-up on Tuesday August 20th from 4 to 6PM at the Riverhouse in Verandah. The finger food will be provided by the Kolter group, current developers of the Verandah. This country club community has two golf courses, one designed by Bob Cupp and the other by...
07/19/2013
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You have the power to choose. So, you have the power to determine your perception of an event. It is a gift or a curse. The choice is yours. With that in mind consider this: "The events in your life have only the meaning you assign them. There is no good news or bad news; there is only news, You ...
07/18/2013
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Yesterday morning I had to put my dog Cosmo down. He had an inoperable tumor growing rapidly behind his right eye creating great discomfort. There was no choice but to relieve him of this discomfort. So I begin today without taking him for a morning walk and giving him a snack while I eat breakfa...
07/17/2013
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After a series of tests, procedures, surgeries and drug regimens it seems all was for naught and my dog faces the end! Cosmo is a 14 pound yorkie who was a dynamo before health problems set in around the ten year mark. At first is was a problem with his teeth. So, went to a specialist who operate...
07/15/2013
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Ever feel you are out of possibilities? We all have at one time or another. Were you frustrated and excited or calm and thinking the situation through? Many would be frustrated and only a few would be calm, but we strive to remain calm. It requires practice! So today's thought: "When you think yo...
07/11/2013
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Ever get the feeling you are doing something alone? No help, just you! Maybe you are really taking a short view of the situation. Did anyone ever mentor you? Did someone in your past show you how to do the task you are currently working on? Ponder this today: "Nothing of significance was ever acc...
07/10/2013
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We all have great thoughts from time to time. Sometimes we talk about one or more of these thoughts. How often do we do something to put those thoughts into action? Very seldom would be the popular response! Why? Nobody knows for sure! So a simple thought for your consideration today: "It is what...
07/09/2013
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The problem has two components, the system and the people. If you have the wrong people no system will work. If you have a bad system no level of talented people will salvage it. A balance is often necessary, but seldom achieved. As you ponder, consider this: "So often the problem is in the syste...
07/08/2013
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The key is preparation in everything we do. It is a hard lesson to learn but a key to success. Sometimes we do and often times we do not prepare properly for the circumstances we face daily. The key is to constantly prepare! This morning I am reminded: "Character is not made in crises, it is only...
07/07/2013
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