This is How I'm Pushing My Benjamin Buttons

 I'm home.  My voice is shot from overuse and my body is exhausted.  Today was my first weigh-in since I departed three weeks ago for my day job assignment.  I had a feeling the new experiments I'm trying based on the book, "Lifespan," by David A. Sinclair would make an impact on my weight.  Well, I released 4.5 pounds by making small changes, mainly by implementing intermittent fasting.  

If you're curious about extending the quality and quantity of your life, pick up a copy of "Lifespan."  The idea is to make your body think there is some kind of danger, like a famine or a drop in temperature.  The body responds and takes precautions to handle adversity.  This doesn't happen when all is well and you never experience missing a meal.  I'm pushing my Benjamin Buttons by skipping meals now and then, exercising more regularly and allowing my body to experience cold temps once in a while.  Have a great day.

Goodbye Michigan

 My time in Michigan is coming to a conclusion today.  What an experience this has been.  Our team at my day job came together to give our members an amazing experience at one of our best new store openings ever.  I discovered one of the top indoor tennis facilities in the United States.  Thanks to the local pro, Arnel, I made major improvements to my game.  Arnel introduced me to his pastor, a comedian who turned his life over to God.  We were invited to his church and Pastor Jonathan Herron autographed a copy of his book.  Now it's time to go home.  I will never forget the good people of Midland, Michigan.  Thank you for your hospitality.  Have a great day.

Grand Opening in Michigan

 I'm sorry for the late post today.  We have been all hands on deck these last few days.  My body is exhausted.  The grand opening for our new store was amazing.  I'm thankful to be a part of a caring group of teammates.  Now it's time to sleep and recover.  I'm heading home tomorrow.  Have a great day.

Our CEO is Visiting Today

 Things are getting exciting at my day job.  Tomorrow is our grand opening.  Today our CEO is visiting to thank all the employees for their efforts getting a new location up and running.  We made all the necessary adjustments to keep our members and staff safe during this pandemic.  I'm happy to report we have been healthy while dealing with the masses.  I'm especially thankful to work for a company that cares so much about the well-being of all the staff.  Have a great day.

How is Your Divine Alignment?

You can sense your alignment with God is out of whack when all four of your tires are so wobbly that you can't steer straight.  That's how much of my youth was.  Unaligned.  Out of control.  Dangerous.  I was always asking God for help with my own road map, completely unaware God had a perfect plan for my life.  Prayer is like asking for a Divine alignment.  

I'm on the final week of my out-of-state day job assignment.  Some interesting things happened here in Michigan that helped my to find peace in my heart.  It helped that my family came to visit over my final weekend here.  Yesterday morning God spilled his paint bucket over all the clouds and delivered one of the best sunrises I've ever seen.  I'm reading three books simultaneously, one of them a gift from the tennis pro that is helping me get my game back in alignment.  It's amazing how God is always ready extend a helping hand no matter how far from home we are.

Do you need a Divine alignment?  Get on your knees and ask.  Pray unceasingly.  Have a great day.

Sharing a Michigan Sunrise

Good morning from Michigan.  I'm on my final week of my day job assignment.  This morning I woke up to a glorious sunrise.  Everything was in alignment, the clouds, the fall leaves and the morning sun getting ready to show its brilliance as I stood in awe of God's brushstrokes.  They say a picture is worth a thousand words.  Here you go.  Have a great day.

Do We Have a Humor Gene?

 It's 7:00 AM as I write this message this morning.  Unlike most of the world, my TV has been off, even during this roller coaster week.  I tuned in the cold open of SNL on my cell phone after my morning meditation for a touch of humor to get me in the mood for my blog story.  Obviously, the humor gene, if there is one, is very active in people like Jim Carey and he will be much appreciated these next four years should we have a new president.

How does humor work?  Is it some kind of gene?  If so, is it possible to activate it if it happens to be turned off?  I've seen glimpses of this humor gene in my ancestors, especially my grandmother on my father's side of the family.  I also have this feeling inside my gut that the humor gene in my youngest son may be fully activated once we pay a visit today to Jonathan Herron, a comedian turned author/pastor.  My family was invited to attend by the local tennis pro, Arnel, who plays guitar in this morning's service.  Something tells me my son will be taking notes.  I find it interesting how our son portrays mom and dad when he's sharing stories, something we Mulligans are known for.

I may not understand how humor shows up in some people but not others.  We are each wired in our own unique way and we are designed to contribute whatever gifts we have to the world.  What I do know about humor is that it is contagious when executed properly.  I'm thankful my tennis pro in Michigan invited our family to attend.  Stay tuned for the final report.  Have a great day.