The Class That Changed My Life “Don’t let anyone tell you your dreams are too big or impossible. You will … More
Tag: family
The Father I Feared
A strict father doesn’t show love in hugs or kind words—he shows it in boundaries, discipline, and the strength he … More
The Carnival and the Consequences
I was twelve—maybe thirteen—and it was the summer everything seemed to glow. My best friend Glenn lived just down the … More
I Wouldn’t Relive a Year
— The Best Is Yet to Come , “If you could relive one year of your life, which would it … More
Could I Do It Again If I Had to Start Over Today in the U.S.?
I sometimes ask myself a hard question: if I had to start all over again today in America—same drive, same … More
“We don’t stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.”
When I watch my seven grandkids, I realize something simple but profound — they already know the secret that so … More
“Describe a Family Member” — The Most Riveting Prompt Since ‘What’s Your Favorite Color?’
Well, bravo WordPress. You’ve outdone yourself. Of all the thrilling, thought-provoking prompts to inspire deep human connection and emotional catharsis, … More
Five Social Pillars That Were Common Sense When Common Sense Wasn’t Controversial
There was a time when people didn’t argue about everything. When decency, hard work, and honesty weren’t “political positions” but … More
They Hear, They Learn, They Understand — So Much More Than You Think”
“The first five years of a childs life have so much to do with how the next eighty turn out.” … More
The Drunk Driver
This is a true story that happen to me. “When a person is in danger, no one can afford to … More
The Moments That Lifted Me Up
History is what we remember, not what we try to forget. (By Beebop — Beebops.blog) When I read today’s prompt … More
What Have i’ve Been Working On?
The most important work I’ve been doing lately doesn’t involve books, properties, or even my health routine—it’s being a grandfather. … More