The People Have Spoken!

I am proud of my fellow Americans!

Regardless of the outcome you cared enough about our country to VOTE!

Most countries in this world don’t allow their citizenry to VOTE!

We still enjoy the ability to choose our leaders.

I saw a man in a wheelchair waiting in a long line to vote.

He doesn’t take this privilege lightly!

And neither should we!

WhyDid 25,926 ReadMy Blog Today?

Today’s blog proves Americans have a warm heart.

That many people have read my blog so far today.

The topic that attracted that many readers was: PRAY FOR JACK CAMPBELL!

Thousands of us saw Jack get a serious neck injury while making a tackle for the Detroit Lions.

And here it is two days later and those thousands are still concerned about his status.

That is who WE ARE.

We care about one another!

Pray For Jack Campbell!

Jack Campbell is a middle line backer with the Detroit Lions.

Yesterday, while playing against the Minnesota Vikings, Campbell suffered a neck injury.

At the writing of this blog, his status is uncertain.

As much as we love football, the possibility of an injury is always there.

So, I ask you to join me in praying for his complete recovery.

If not today, when?

Parents Nationwide Are Alarmed At Device-Led Learning In The Classroom!

In school districts from Los Angeles to Philadelphia, parents shared how they are battling to put stricter limits on device-led learning.

The most common are tablets and laptops, such as iPads, Google Chromebooks and MacBooks.

Nationwide, some parents, educators and students told CNN they worry about bullying.

Also, worrisome is access to adult content and the use of artificial intelligence for cheating.

They say there is little evidence that devices are better learning tools than pencils and paper. (CNN)

Tiny Homes For Good (Syracuse NY!)

A new concept to help homeless people is underway in Syracuse NY. End the cycle of homelessness by offering private, dignified housing alongside long-term, continuous case management rather than temporary shelter beds. 

rather than temporary shelter beds. [1, 2]

  • End the cycle of homelessness by offering private, dignified housing alongside long-term, continuous case management rather than temporary shelter beds. [1, 2]
    • Tenants sign standard leases and pay an income-based rent (typically capped at around 30% of income or roughly $240–$310 per month).
    • There are no sobriety mandates, forced counseling rules, or arbitrary time limits on how long a tenant can stay. (CNN)

The house in the photo is actually two living units.

The tiny home concept is intended to restore the occupant’s self esteem!

There is obviously a huge need for such a solution to homelessness!.

I’M BACK!

Technical Difficulties kept my blogs offline for 3 days!

This is the price we pay when we jump onto the web.

In doing so, there is the possibility that any number of players can mess with your code.

Today’s photo is sailing home from the 2005 Port Huron to Mackinac race.

It was my first Mackinac Race.

Saturday was great sailing.

Sunday was a nasty storm that persisted for 8 hours.

When the boat went into the deep troughs, it brought a lot of water when rising.

Our crew was composed of very experienced sailors, but this storm was different.

Everybody held onto the rail while riding it out as best we could.

You make great friends when you face that kind of challenge together.

Well, I hope you enjoyed today’s blog.

Im glad to be writing my blog again!

Today’s blog is #2,545!.

Don’t Take Your Blessings For Granted!

Each day you have is a gift.

Yes, we have challenges as well as opportunities.

I’m not going to ask you to count your blessings.

You know what they are.

So many people are suffering in this world at this time.

You see it and you know it.

For those of us who are blessed, we must reach out to those who face daily hardship.

Wee must do what we can.

It’s the right thing to do!

If not today, when?

Will Sam Laporta Play Hard Even Though He’s Unhappy With His Contract?

It is a question being asked these days.

Should he, would he give it his best regardless of his present pay plan?

And how about us.

What do we do when we’re unhappy with ours?

In every business deal there is always a factor called LEVERAGE!

Who has the LEVERAGE (power) the employer or employee?

The employer usually has it except when your employer doesn’t want to LOSE YOU!

So, you may gain LEVERAGE by always working hard and giving it your best each day.

You might take the LEVERAGE away from your employer.

PLAY HARD SAM!