There is a gentleman who I refer to as the Don. In fact, to be accurate, there are two gentlemen I refer to as the Don. Both of them top quality blokes who are actually as far from the stereotypical perceptions of mob bosses as you could get. They are not mob bosses, but I […]
Read More Coming Across Good StuffThe foundation of the temple of the Lord was laid in the fourth year, in the month of Ziv. In the eleventh year in the month of Bul, the eighth month, the temple was finished in all its details according to its specifications. He had spent seven years building it. (1 Kings 6:37-38 NIV) The […]
Read More The Kings 06 – Seven Years in the MakingDear Heavenly Father: Forgive me for not making the most of my blessings. So often I have complained to you about what I don’t have. I have been miserable about what I lack. I recognise, however, that you have given me so much in such simple ways that can be the source of great joy […]
Read More Make the Most of Your BlessingsI am a fair guy. Recently I wrote about God and Jose Mourinho, as this geezer has just taken over at Manchester United. In the spirit of fairness and as inspiration would have it, I have something up my sleeve to share with you about the geezer who has just taken over at Manchester City. You’re welcome. […]
Read More Not Competing Against Others and Pep GuardiolaThere are different types of Columbo episodes. One I particularly admire goes along the following lines. As you know, because like me, you love Columbo, the show is not about guessing who did it. It’s about seeing how Columbo can outwit them so they may be duly caught. There are murders that take place, however, […]
Read More It is a ReliefThere are those who suggest it’s good to know your strengths and weaknesses. Once you know those you got to do something with your weaknesses. Work onon improving them is the suggestion. They probably know what they’re saying. Likewise there are folks who suggest you can learn so much from a defeat or a setback. […]
Read More Working on the PositivesI was thinking recently that it must have been a pastor who thought that Paul’s letter to Titus was a pastoral letter. Reading chapter two, in as much as I can see the pastoral element and instruction, this heart of the letter which can also be seen in the building up in the previous chapter, […]
Read More Specialist Subject – Thinking Out LoudAnother day another month. Half of 2016 has already elapsed and it has been an intriguing first half ofof the year. There has been a lot to be thankful for – a good marriage, healthy growing children, great supporting network of friends who motivate and inspire. The blog has proven to be a great outlet […]
Read More Dryden Update – JulyWhen Zoë was born back in 2010, her initial years made me marvel. More than any of her sisters before her, she appeared to be fearless. I got caught up in her fearless first few years on the earth. Then she became more conscious of her surroundings. I don’t think she was copying anyone. All […]
Read More My Greatest FearThere are some people who are feeling incredibly low at the moment. Even discounting their own personal issues, they can look at issues in which they have a vested interest and see how they are faring poorly. They may have suffered defeat in a cause they passionately supported. They may see a favourite notable person […]
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