Lowell Grand Banks Dory Model “All I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer her by.” – John Mansfield I’m not a sailor. It’s not that I don’t enjoy it, it never comes up as an opportunity in my daily life. But I love boats, especially the tall ships of the past. …… Continue reading Building Boats, Life Lessons
A wise man once said nothing. I saw this quote a while back, and found that it really spoke to me. As an inherent quiet and somewhat introverted person, I can identify with the deeper meaning. I’ve been around, worked with, and worked for people who loved to brag and boast. Listening to these people,…… Continue reading The Wisdom of Silence
I’m an amateur historian. Actually, I have a bachelor’s degree in history, and it has always been a topic I found extremely interesting. Growing up, I read my fair share of books about World War II, aviation history, American history, etc… So naturally, when I got into college, this was a degree that fascinated me.…… Continue reading I, Historian
The concept of mindfulness may bring about thoughts of Buddhist monks, mastering the practice or meditation on a journey to enlightenment and wisdom. Perhaps the old monk at the top of the mountain, meditating on the meaning of life comes to mind. Focusing on a single thought or idea, as we empty out of minds…… Continue reading A Life of Mindfulness
I’m a firm believer in that actions today, even small ones, will always have ramifications down the road. While reading an article recently, this quote from Nelson Henderson was featured as part of it. This captures the essence of forward thinking and having a vision. What are we doing now, that will help others after…… Continue reading Planting Seeds
I’m a firm believer in adopting a mindset that looks at what can be done. I see opportunities to learn and grow everywhere, if we choose to see them that way. In work and life, I’ve known many that would see challenges as opportunities to overcome, and I’ve known many that see what can’t be…… Continue reading Focus on What You Can Do
Some of my great childhood memories included building and playing with Lego sets. These bright and colorful building blocks could be pieced together to build elaborate and complex objects. You could follow the provided instructions to build something straight out the box, or as I obtained more and more sets, I would combine all the…… Continue reading The Little Pieces of Life
Think of life as just a long string of learning opportunities. Individuals learn and grow through all stages of life, experiences building upon experiences. Humans are simply a culmination of what they have learned and experienced from birth until death. Learning derives from experience. When someone fails an exam in school, the lesson learned is…… Continue reading Embrace All Learning Examples
As 2018 comes to an end, I notice the uptick of the post-Christmas commercials, which focus on the activities that are normally associated with New Year resolutions. Whatever it may be, to exercise more, to improve diets, quit smoking, etc…, resolutions are usually doomed for failure. People want to improve, but often fail because of…… Continue reading Make the Year One of Continuous Improvement
I see the finished product or result of a world class artist, musician, or athlete, and I try to understand how they became so talented. We see the grace and beauty of the movements, combined with the power and strength. We can see the vision of creation, moving pieces of art or music that soothe…… Continue reading Always Learn From Your Failures
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