In any career that is chosen, 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 import...
No matter what actions are taken by an individual, their actions 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...
Many times, I have 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 lab...
I want to implore that you 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 versi...
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 that others who have passed and others that I love and admire have n...
Every morning when I awaken 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 tea...
Since I was young, I decided that I would live each day like there was no tomorrow. As a six year old, I decided to become a teacher. Until my graduation from Pan American University, I devoted my time and energy to developing the skills required to become a master teacher. D...
Many people have asked me why I continue to be enthusiastic about teaching and writing mathematics workbooks. The answer is that I have been a lifetime learner. I have found that I am constantly finding new ways to teach mathematical concepts. I am discovering better ways to us...
Since my childhood, I remember my mom teaching me that I should care for those around me. I have done the same for my own children, grandchildren and for many people that I have met in my lifetime. I would like to encourage you to do the same. Caring for those around us can...
Most of my life, I have made an effort to lead by example. Individuals that desire to be leaders are more likely to be followed if they model the behavior that they want others to emulate. Leading by example is important in everything that you do. In the workplace, workers ar...
