A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step - Chinese proverb Sometimes, the distance between where we are and where we want to be can seem like a thousand miles. Maybe we want to change careers, or start a business, or we have an idea for a new product, invention, or service. … Continue reading Step by Step
Daydream Believer
The best way to make your dreams come true is to wake up. - Paul Valéry Do you daydream about one day being right where you want to be? Someday having that perfect job, writing an award winning book, or living the life that you’ve always wanted? I know I do. There’s nothing wrong with … Continue reading Daydream Believer
Jaben’s Rift – Part 14, “More Questions”
[For 7 weeks, on Sundays and Wednesdays, I’ll be posting chapters of book one of my Far Land Trilogy: Jaben's Rift. I hope you enjoy it. The first part is here. I’d love to hear any feedback.] More Questions “There you go,” the young woman said. “That arm should be fine now.” The boy sitting on … Continue reading Jaben’s Rift – Part 14, “More Questions”
Killing Time (and Goals)
It is not enough to be busy… The question is: what are we busy about? - Henry David Thoreau Are you busy? If you’re like most people, the answer is probably, “Of course I am!” These days, it seems everyone is busier than ever. This is truly amazing when you consider how many of our … Continue reading Killing Time (and Goals)
Jaben’s Rift – Part 13, “Homecoming”
[For 7 weeks, on Sundays and Wednesdays, I’ll be posting chapters of book one of my Far Land Trilogy: Jaben's Rift. I hope you enjoy it. The first part is here. I’d love to hear any feedback.] Homecoming Gatlor scowled and slapped the blade in front of him aside with his sword. “If you swing your … Continue reading Jaben’s Rift – Part 13, “Homecoming”
Jaben’s Rift – Part 12, “Decisions, Decisions”
[For 7 weeks, on Sundays and Wednesdays, I’ll be posting chapters of book one of my Far Land Trilogy: Jaben's Rift. I hope you enjoy it. The first part is here. I’d love to hear any feedback.] Decisions, Decisions “I think I should go back,” Jason said. He’d been mulling the matter over in his head … Continue reading Jaben’s Rift – Part 12, “Decisions, Decisions”
Damn the Torpedoes! Full Speed Ahead!
Nothing will ever be attempted if all possible objections must first be overcome. - Samuel Johnson In other words, you can always find a reason not to do something, or a reason why you won’t succeed, or why your best-laid plan can’t work. The trick is to ignore most of them. I say “most” because, … Continue reading Damn the Torpedoes! Full Speed Ahead!
Jaben’s Rift – Part 11, “Muddy Water”
[For 7 weeks, on Sundays and Wednesdays, I’ll be posting chapters of book one of my Far Land Trilogy: Jaben's Rift. I hope you enjoy it. The first part is here. I’d love to hear any feedback.] Muddy Water Jason stared into the murky shadows of the ceiling above him. His jumbled thoughts harassed him as … Continue reading Jaben’s Rift – Part 11, “Muddy Water”