The Power Behind the Power

As we bask in the spotlight of our life victories, it is easy to think of ourselves as the sole source of our triumphs; the captains of our destiny. But if we are truly honest with ourselves most of us would admit that such is rarely the case. That’s been true […]

Acres of Diamonds

This week’s Inspiration was first posted on September 6, 2013 To My Magnificent Fellow Life Travelers:  One of the most interesting Americans who lived in the 19th century was a man by the name of Russell Herman Conwell. He was born in 1843 and lived until 1925. He was a […]

Embracing Failure

I love to read. My reading choices are limitless. I read non-fiction as well as fiction. I read for education, inspiration, and entertainment. I’m currently reading a seemingly meaningless murder mystery. But this week I came across a line in that novel that both inspired and stayed with me, and I’d like […]

Blaming Others – Somebody Has to Pay!

To My Magnificent Fellow Life Travelers: Ever since Adam and Eve were first given occupancy of the Garden of Eden, humans have complained, grumbled, blamed others, and avoided taking responsibility for their own actions. Throughout the ensuing eons, nothing has changed. “It’s someone else’s fault” has become such a common […]