Easy to say, hard to do.

But very necessary if you’re going to be a strong person.

Success in any endeavor is only possible if you’re able to do things you don’t want to do.

So, each morning begins with you versus you.

What have been your habits thusfar?

I ask this simple question because we are creatures of habit.

Are you in the habit of facing issues you’d rather avoid?

Or, are you in the habit of delaying issues you should resolve now?

And the answer to those questions will define your life in retrospect!

“Democracy, then, is also a part of Argentina’s heritage that needs to be safeguarded,”

The pope said at a meeting with politicians, members of civic society and the diplomatic corps at the Palacio Libertad.

“Democracy is also strengthened by the daily conduct of public life:

through willingness to listen,

through careful use of words,

through the patient search for agreement,

and through the ability to see those who think differently as fellow citizens

with whom we share a common future.” (CNN)

Where does our country go from here?

We know there will be big changes.

But, what kind and when and by whom?

We’ll find out as the days and weeks go by.

We did our part by voting.

In January, all the new people will begin to learn what it’s like to become a member of Congress.

Let’s hope they choose wisely and with great prudence!

Miami is ranked #1 and the Irish #11.

The game will be played in South Bend, IN.

It starts at 7:30 PM .

The contest between the two schools is an old rivalry dating back many yeaars.

Of course, Miami is favored.

Whomever wins, it won’t be due to a lack of effort by both teams!

Stay tuned!

Rachel Apa, a 24-year-old runner from Lewisberry, Pennsylvania, died on November 1, 2026.

She collapsed near Mile 24 of the TCS New York City Marathon.

Her family reported that she suffered from rhabdomyolysis, a rare and severe condition involving the breakdown of damaged muscle tissue. (NYT)

The only consolation I can offer is that she died doing what she loved to do!

May she rest in peace.

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!

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!

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?

November 1 is celebrated as All Saints Day eacc year.

What is the definition of a saint?

It is those people who have been pronouncd by the churcc as such after an indepth study.

It also includes unknown people who have led private lives of sainthood.

I believe there are many saints who live among us.

You may be a saint!

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)