Inspirational Sayings

Category: inspiration

  • Falling in Love Again

    Falling in Love Again

    It seems like yesterday that I met you. Holding you in my arms was the ultimate adrenaline rush. It still is. It’s not like I didn’t know what to expect. I’ve been with four others before you arrived on the scene. Each of these relationships brought challenges and rewards – but whenever a new love…

  • Beyond the Shirt and Tie

    Beyond the Shirt and Tie

    The starched collar left no question that this was a serious matter. Job interviews always are. As he stepped into the office, his mannerism was unmistakable. It’s not like he didn’t know. He knew that it was obvious to everyone who saw him. He leaned into the owner’s desk, answering the questions as clearly and…

  • Eight Legs Too Many

    Eight Legs Too Many

    For such a small creature (most of the time) they sure do strike a chord of fear in our hearts. I have spent much of my life dealing with a phobia about the little guys. I have been known to freeze in place at the sight of one. It matters not if it is a…

  • Follow the Leader

    Follow the Leader

    “Go .3 miles and turn right.” “Go .7 miles and turn left.” *** Taking my grandson to his Cub Scout meeting should not be an adventure, but having no inner compass – well, it’s not so much fun. I had been to this meeting place once before – over a month ago. Way back off…

  • Grandpa Sayings – Worth Repeating

    Grandpa Sayings – Worth Repeating

    Grandpa Sayings – worth repeating I am a grandpa. I don’t use many “grandpa sayings.” I have lots to say. But most of it ain’t worth repeating… but I keep talking anyway. I hope that some of the things I say to my grandchildren reach into their heart – after all, they touch mine on…

  • Fold or Raise

    Fold or Raise

    The silence was broken by the sound of ice rattling in Jim’s rocks glass of bourbon. He swished the drink around before he took a sip and continued to stare at Casey. The cigar smoke hung above the men’s heads while they contemplated the cards. Five card stud. Usually an uneventful game for the group…

  • Dandelions

    Dandelions

    It surprised me to see him standing there in the middle of my backyard. But, there he was, looking at the dandelions that I could not seem to kill off. As I walked over toward him, he stood up and cocked his head at me.  The smell of peanut butter wafted through the air. With…

  • No Shame in Asking

    No Shame in Asking

    As she fumbled through her wallet for the food stamps, the man behind her shifted his weight from one leg to the other. His annoyance and smug attitude escaped no one’s view in the register line. When the young mother counted the slips of paper to the checker, she was embarrassed as she whispered, “I…

  • Denominations Aside

    Denominations Aside

    “Rosebud” Her name meant “Rosebud.” A small wisp of a woman, some reports say she was 4’9″ and some say 4’10”. In this case, I doubt that one inch either way matters much. She served as others only talk of serving. In 1950, she started with a group of 30 – today there are over…

  • Small Packages – Unbelievable Joy

    Small Packages – Unbelievable Joy

    I’ve often said that everyone brings something to the table. Whether in experience, a point of view or a spirit; each of us is important. I saw this in action in play this past ten days. It’s no secret that I bask in the glory of my grandchildren. They light up my life. For a…