Many times we take pride in being self-sufficient, and refuse to accept help from others. Each of us should realize that there will be times in our lives when others may provide the assistance necessary to overcome an obstacle. In those instances, we should accept help. Stop ...
In times when you are feeling depressed and desperate you need to know that there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Many times we wait for others to help us. Yet, each of us has the ability to help ourselves. We need to always remember that when times are dark, we should not f...
As I contemplate what inspired me during my life, it was things that had love at the root of them. As a young child I saw the sacrifices that my parents were making to insure that my brothers and I had a better future. Those sacrifices originated out of love. In the years that...
No matter what actions are taken by an individual, they will have some type of impact on the lives of other people. Because of this, each of us needs to act responsibly. All of us need to strive to pursue a life where we think carefully about what we think and say. We need to wo...
During my early years, my family made the most of what we had. We did not have very much money, but we had a lot of love. Because of our financial situation we ate meat about once a week. Most of our meals consisted of eggs, beans, rice and potatoes. We never had vacations. My si...
In any chosen career, an individual has to have the motivation and energy to succeed. I learned very early that if you feed your body and soul, then you will have the energy to impact the world. Most people realize the importance of a healthy diet. They realize how important food...
I have often been asked why I tend to be happy most of the time. I believe that the happy frame of mind that I possess started when I was six years old. Listening to my parents and their friends share dreams about a better life than what they were experiencing as field laborers i...
I want to implore you to make a positive difference in the lives of those around you. Each of us has a responsibility to be a positive role model for our families and friends. God has given us life and we should take advantage of each day to work toward being the best version of ...
During my lifetime I wrote a book called The Wizard Maker. The book provides a glimpse into my life, and in many ways provides information about what I want my legacy to be. As I look at what I wrote, I realize others that have passed and others that I love and admire have not o...
Every morning when I wake up and every evening before going to bed, I count my blessings. I thank God for each new day of life that he grants me. I thank him for surrounding me with people that love me and whom I love. I thank him for giving me the abilities to be the best teache...
