Stand and Walk Like a Caveman

There are two things you can do right now to improve your health – more standing and more walking.  If you find yourself in a job involving mostly sitting, reorganize your work space.  Invest in a standing desk.  Your back will thank you.  Take a walk every time you get a break and log your steps.  It doesn't take much to make a difference.

Your caveman ancestors walked a minimum of 10,000 steps a day.  That's easy to do when you don't have a car and your food is somewhere out in the wilderness.  It's a bit more challenging when you have a fridge, modern transportation and elevators.  Do your best to at least double your daily steps and see what happens during the next thirty days.  You may find standing and walking like a caveman is a good move.  Give it a try.  Have a great day.

Time for the Four Horsemen to Ride Again

It didn't take long for the first horseman to find us after the evacuation.  Pat knocked on our door the next morning and shared his plan to help the firefighters during the worst wildfire California had ever seen.  Mark, Tony and I were called into action.  We rallied store owners to open their doors and donate supplies.  During one of our runs, we met our friend, Jim, who wanted to know what we were doing on the barren streets of Ramona.  We became the four horseman plus one, loading supplies into two pickup trucks and using Pat's firefighter badge to bust through the front lines and feed our heroes.  I will never forget the look on Jim's face when the fire chief yelled "bug out" once the flames got too close in the Lake Cuyamaca area where the flames were three times higher than the tall pines.

No, it may not be the Apocalypse today, but one our horsemen is in need and it's time once again to rally.  Jim, this story is dedicated to you, your precious wife, your children and your grandchildren.  We are with you in spirit just as you were there for our community in its greatest time of need.  You may be struggling today but you are not alone.  Let me repeat, you are not alone, my friend.

For those of you who don't know the Tate family, Jim shared a post about the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration and mentioned his precious bride has been diagnosed.  Vicky played a major role in my spiritual development and it was life-changing for me.  She laid hands on me at our church during a special invocation to the Holy Spirit.  She couldn't wait to talk to me about the experience because she later told me she felt heat coming from my head the moment she laid her hands over me.  Since that day I have never been the same.  We are spiritually connected.

Today I'm calling on the four horsemen to get back into action.  This is a rally call.  Hear our voices, Oh Lord.  Sound the trumpets.  Let all of our community hear the call and rise up in prayer.  God bless the Tate family.  Show your support.  Click on the link to AFD and give it a like.  Learn about the disease and what you can do to show this family you care.  We are with you, Jim and Vicky.  Have a great day.

Remembering Algernon

I feel a little bit like Algernon today, a lab mouse I read about in elementary school in Flowers for Algernon.  I'm headed off to be a lab rat for five hours this morning in a bone and joint study at the University of Iowa that will span two years.

Like Algernon, I view my life as one giant maze filled with numerous dead ends and wrong turns.  It's a trial and error process.  On this day, eight years ago, I started this blog without much knowledge or writing skill.  My early stories resemble journal entries from the mentally handicapped character, Charlie Gordon, who was chosen to be part of the same experiment Algernon was involved in.  Charlie's daily tidbits reveal his progress.  Sadly, the mouse digresses and dies.  Charlie realizes his newfound abilities are time sensitive and he pushes himself to contribute before reverting back to his old life.  I feel the pressure of the clock ticking every morning when I compose a few paragraphs before racing off to my day job.  The place is swarming with lab rats who are giving my cousin's caveman food experiment a try.  You will be able to read more about their journey when I release my next book, now in the editing stages.

I would like to thank my readers today for sticking with me.  Some of you have read every story.  Today is journal entry 2,925 and I'm still scouring the maze for tiny morsels of cheese to be shared here every morning at 8:08, Pacific time.  One of the best lessons I learned about writing is to keep it at or below the 9th grade level.  I'll stay away from Algernon's experimental drugs designed to enhance IQ levels and stick with my own simple ways.  Only time will tell which will give out first, my knees or my brain.  As long as my fingers keep working, I'll keep writing.  Have a great day.

Caution: This Prayer May Change Your Life

A stranger walked into our church a lifetime ago and shared an important message about a love story.  He was referring to the Bible in a way that intrigued me to open it, something I hadn't done much in my early adulthood.  This love story he was referring to was about the relationship God wants to have with us.  These biblical characters are really us.  "Pretend you are looking in a mirror when you open your Bible and you will see God speaking directly to you," the stranger said.

I went home with my wife and told her I was going to give it a try.  I prayed to the Holy Spirit to show me who I am in God's eyes before dusting off the cobwebs and randomly opening up my Bible.  There he was, a naked caveman possessed by multiple demons who dared ask Jesus, "Son of the most high God, why do you torment me?"

Some love story, I thought.  This was not what I expected.  That's what happens when you pray for God's point of view.  Jesus says, "ask and you shall receive."  It was like opening Pandora's box.  I felt like those demons flew off the page I was immersed in and invaded my mind but that wasn't the reality.  The reality is the demons were already there long before I noticed them.  I found myself asking, "Son of the most high God, why do you torment me?"  This caveman haunted me while I slept.  I kept going back to the story, trying to figure out what it meant.  It inspired "The Caveman in the Mirror,"  my first novel.  And now my life is complete.  Jesus healed me just like he healed that caveman in the mirror 2,000 years ago.  The Holy Spirit made the story come alive for me.  Jesus cast out the demons and gave the man purpose.  He gave me direction.  And the love story ended happily when Jesus returned just as he promised.  Behold, Jesus makes all things new.  He has the power to change your life.  All you have to do is ask.  Caution, this prayer may change your life.  Have a great day.

How Do You Feel About (fill in the blank)?

Some people don't need to ask this question.  They intuitively know the answer.  If empathy were a perfume, these people can smell it a mile away and each fragrance is an emotion.  For those who lack a sense of smell, rely on the question, "how do you feel about (fill in the blank)?"  Ask it in meetings when you're on special projects.  Ask it after a tough defeat.  Ask family members at the supper table.  Avoiding cutting the other person off just because you have a different point of view.  The key here is understanding.  The more you understand others, the better your relationships will be, even if your views are as far apart as the east is from the west.  Have a great day.

If You're Living in a Comfort Zone, Move Out Now

There's a reason why people live in comfort zones – nothing bad happens.  It's a place to avoid pain and loss.  It's also a high price to pay for those seeking an improvement in their living situation.  Great things never came from comfort zones.  Great things come to those seeking opportunity.  Everything has a price.  The space you rent in the comfort zone may appear low but the price you pay is too high when you realize you're giving up on your dreams.

Move out now.  Be willing to pay more for the room with a view to new possibilities.  Don't worry about uncertainty.  Consider it an expense you must pay to in order to achieve something better.  Have a great day.

Beware of the Arrangers in Your Life

If you want to know what it's like to live with an "arranger," ask my wife.  They can be a planners worst nightmare.  This is how we are wired.  I'm always looking for a better way to do things.  Adapting is a way of life for people like us.  The best recent example I can give you is with my third book, now nearly four months overdue.  The pieces of the puzzle (known as chapters) weren't fitting together properly as I approached my deadline.  I kept tinkering but didn't like the product.  Editing is a fancy word for "arranging" and I'm still trying to figure out the best way to get through the process. 

They say it's not over until the fat lady sings.  Too bad she read my manuscript the night before her performance.   She's following my suggestions and by the time the book comes out she'll be a size 0, just like Paige, the lab rat who will be sharing her story in chapter one of the book.  My challenge is to present the material in a way that will inspire others to give the caveman food experiment a try.  It's not easy but I promise to keep editing until I find the right combination.  Have a great day.

Do You Grapple with Your Faith?

My wife knew I was having trouble coming up with today's blog message.  I told her I was grappling.  She urged me to bust through it.  I smiled and thanked her because she ignited the spark I needed to get going.  The challenge is painting a picture when you can't see your subject.  Or composing a song when you can't hear the notes in your mind.  That's what faith is – something intangible you can't experience with your senses but you know something is there.

I watched a YouTube video this morning about a professor demonstrating the conservation of mechanical energy, click here to view it, while I was getting my thoughts together and I saw a connection.  The professor knew he was completely safe even though he was less than one inch from a broken nose.  He 100% person trusted the laws of physics.  The same is true when one trusts 100% in Jesus.  Grappling with an invisible wrestler only produces confusion and anxiety.  Faith isn't a wrestling match – it's a dance that was choreographed long before you were born.  The Holy Spirit can teach you all the moves you need.  Trust me – your dance partner is always there, especially at your darkest moments.  Chaos ensues when you try to lead.  Follow Jesus.  No understanding of physics is needed.  Faith is your only prerequisite.  Have a great day.

As Good as it Gets

Jesus spent a lot of time lakeside.  I think I know why.  It's good for the soul, like chicken soup when you're needing something to restore your health back to 100%.  This is my secret.  While hiking yesterday, I noticed the first hints of change in the foliage.  Mother Nature has more colors on her palette here in the Midwest and she uses them to paint amazing pictures.  Hiking in the Fall is like watching the grand finale of the 4th of July fireworks.  Then the smoke clears and everything is black and white for a while.  That's okay.  The silver lining is the ability to walk on water at the lake.  It's also good for the soul.  Have a great day.

Real Cavemen Don't Drink Milk or Soda

I refuse to drink milk even though I have dense bones to go along with my sometimes dense brain.  In my opinion, one of the reasons my bone density is off the charts is because I also refuse to drink soda.  My friends like to use scare tactics to persuade me to change my ways but they know very little about past health issues that nudged me to live like a caveman.  The most common question I get about the no milk choice is, "how do you get enough calcium?"  My answer usually leads to more follow up questions.  Most people don't understand that even though they may be taking in the recommended amount of calcium (1,000 mg/day) they aren't absorbing it because of two reasons – inadequate amounts of the vitamin D necessary for calcium absorption and over-consumption of soda which also inhibits calcium absorption.

I get my calcium the same way our caveman ancestors did – consuming nuts, beans, raw spinach, salmon, oranges, blackberries and kiwi.  My vitamin D comes from hiking, mowing the yard, playing tennis and barbecuing.  Next week I'm headed in for five hours of bone and joint testing.  Besides living like a caveman, I'm also a lab rat.  My hope is that researchers will learn something from my lifestyle choices.  Have a great day.

Solar Eclipse Today

Don't look up today.  As tempting as it is to view solar eclipse, it's not worth permanent damage to your eyes.  There will be a 90% eclipse in my area and my friends in Omaha will be experiencing a total eclipse.  I'm curious to observe how the animals behave and maybe I'll try the pinhole method for viewing safely.  Have a great day.

Go With Your Strengths

One of the most important lessons I learned in life is to ignore weaknesses and focus on strengths.  I believe there's a reason why this works so well – you can spend a lifetime trying to fix your weaknesses without accomplishing much because that's not why you're here.  As soon as you identify your strengths everything appears easy and your quality of life improves.  So does your peace of mind.

You may ask, "what about the void in my life if I ignore my weaknesses?"  I'm referring to specific tasks that need attention you are not cut out to do.  This is where teamwork comes into play.  Find others who can do what you struggle with and ask for help.  Keep concentrating on your strengths and go with it.  Have a great day.

Fit In or Stand Out?

Fitting in has its advantages:  invisibility, mediocrity, no pressure, no conflict and no change.  There is one problem I can't seem to escape when I'm doing my best to fit in and it's that nagging feeling inside that won't go away.  Deep down I know I'm hiding when I attempt to fit in.  That's what blending in is – hiding from the person you really are.  You know what I'm talking about or you wouldn't be reading this.  Yes, you were born to stand out.  There are disadvantages:  pressure, conflict, change, and ridicule.  The crowd will do everything to force you back into mediocrity.  Be yourself.  Listen to that voice inside guiding you to the path you were born to follow.  Ignore the crowd.  Have a great day.

How Many Permission Slips are in Your Medicine Cabinet?

We don't have a medicine cabinet in our home.  If we did, it would be mostly vacant.  There aren't any high blood pressure pills.  No high cholesterol medicine.  Nothing to control aches and pains.  Not even any sleeping pills.  The truth is we don't need permission slips to cover up the real problem in America – eating all the wrong foods that cause trouble.  These pills give you permission to keep making food mistakes.  The symptoms are covered up temporarily until higher doses or new prescriptions are needed.  Why not just stop eating all the foods that are causing health issues?

Your body has everything it needs to fight disease.  If you eat too much of the wrong foods, your body gives up and stops fighting.  Your doctor offers prescription medicine and everything appears to be okay for a while.  Eventually, your medicine cabinet isn't big enough to hold all those permission slips.  Give healthy eating a try for 45 days without artificial ingredients, processed foods, dairy and sodas.  Concentrate on mostly fruits, veggies, nuts, beans and seeds.  You may no longer all those permission slips in your medicine cabinet.  Have a great day.

An Important Food Lesson from Your Ancestors

Do you know how much sugar your ancestors consumed 10,000 years ago?  20 teaspoons per year.  That's the equivalent of one big gulp every two years.  Never before in human history have we consumed so much high fructose corn syrup and sugar – 140 pounds a year!  Is it any wonder why we are so sick?

The food industry will do everything to convince you high fructose corn syrup is not harmful.  My bet is that if a caveman ate and drank what we drink, he would be forced to give up hunting and gathering because his body would no longer be able to function.  He would die.  So will you if you keep it up.  Do yourself a favor and learn one food lesson from your ancestors – cut out high fructose corn syrup for 30 days.  Check all the labels.  Don't buy any product containing high fructose corn syrup.  The first week may be hell but don't give up.  If your ancestors can do it, you can do it.  Have a great day.

Pursue Excellence

Excellence isn't a sometime thing.  Excellence is a series of lifestyle choices you make in order to fulfill your dreams.  Your attitude plays a big role in attaining what you desire.  So does your self esteem.  Consider excellence as a recipe you are constantly refining until the taste is just right.  The bigger the goal, the more complicated the recipe and the more time you will need to fine tune it.  Most people give up because they believe they're lousy cooks.  This is a self esteem issue that needs adjusting or you may leave the kitchen and never come back.

I'm dealing with a train wreck in my life and it's a huge mess.  I don't mind sharing this with you because it may help you understand the process of pursuing excellence.  Sometimes this happens when you have a lot on your plate.  I can relate.  My train wreck began when I missed my deadline to release my third book.  There were warning signs but I ignored them because I was so focused on the deadline that I couldn't see out the window and I was headed smack into a wildfire with no way out.  The book stunk.  By the time I finished self-editing, there wasn't much left except a cup of soup that tasted bland.  The one thing I had going for me is my own self esteem which was refined from dealing with years of rejection.  I kept telling myself, keep working on this, you're close, you just need to find the missing ingredients.  Then the train crashed.

Pursue excellence.  Even after train wrecks.  Even if you have to throw out a project you've been working on for what seems like a lifetime and start over.  Stay in the kitchen.  Keep a fire extinguisher handy for the really bad days but don't give up.  Have a great day.

Be in the Moment

Imagine for a moment you're on your death bed about to breathe your last breath.  There's a person in the room with you who longs for you to share the most important lesson from your life.  Think carefully about what you would say if you were in this position.

I have no idea how much longer I'm going to be on this planet but I do know if I found myself in the scenario described above there would be one overwhelming feeling inside my heart – gratitude.  Having another person with me during my final moment on earth would mean I did not die alone.  For me, every moment is an opportunity to learn or to teach.  It's also a moment to savor.  Living in the moment requires practice.  It means letting go.  Don't wait until your last breath to learn this lesson.  Your moment is right now.  Seize it.  Thank you for the opportunity to share this moment with you.  Have a great day.

Iowa Wild Card Team Ends Dream Season in Oklahoma

Iowa City Men's USTA 4.0 18+ Tennis Team.

We added one more exciting chapter to our Iowa Men's tennis adventures this last weekend in Oklahoma.  Our first round in the USTA 4.0 18+ Midwest sectionals against St. Louis, MO started out strong with a 4-1 win.   We faced Oklahoma next in the second match of pool play in a round robin format.  Every match was close but we came up short, losing 4-1.  In round 3 we faced an undefeated Kansas team in a must-win situation which was moved indoors due to incessant rain.  We prevailed 4-1 and finished in second place in our pool.  One more match win in any of the first three rounds would have given us an automatic bid into the semifinals and a chance to play the other Iowa team who edged us out in the state championship match 3-2 in June.

Our quarterfinal match against Nebraska was a rematch from one year ago.  My partner and I were still battling late into the evening long after all the other matches were completed.  We had a couple of match points with my partner serving and both times the ball narrowly missed landing in.  Our team gave them everything we had.  The other team came back and beat us 9-7.  Final score:  Nebraska 4, Iowa 1.  We were really hoping for a chance to redeem ourselves in the semis against the other Iowa team but the ball didn't bounce our way.  The Des Moines team held off Nebraska 3-2 in the semis and advanced to play Heart of America in the finals.  Des Moines won 3-2.  They will go to Surprise, Arizona in October.  Congratulations to Des Moines.  I would like to thank my teammates for an amazing season.  Tennis is alive and well in the great Midwest and our dreams will never die.  We'll be back next year for a third attempt against the best players in the region.  I'm grateful for the wild card entry and the opportunity to represent the great state of Iowa.  I wish the Des Moines team well in the National Championships.  Have a great day.

Today is the Finals

This story was written just before I kissed my wife good-bye and headed off for our next great adventure.  If all goes well, we're still playing today.  Come back tomorrow for the rest of the story.  Have a great day.

Day 2 of Our Regional Championships

Today is day 2 of our regional championships and this is the final day of our round robin.  Loser goes home.  Winner gets an entry into the semis and 2nd and 3rd play one more round in the quarterfinals this afternoon.  Last year we made it to the quarters and got beat in a close one.  There is rain in the forecast.  We're ready for whatever comes our way.  Have a great day.

On the Courts Today

This is day one of our regional tournament and we're on the courts twice today.  I'll be giving updates on Monday about our tournament.  Have a great day.

Reaching for the Stars

I'm on the road again.  Our team is reaching for the stars and soon we'll be meeting in Oklahoma to finish what we started one year ago.  It won't be easy.  That's okay.  We're giving it everything we have.  The practices have been intense.  I can't remember the last time I ate something that wasn't good for me.  I'll be out of touch until next Monday morning but these stories will keep coming every morning while I'm away.  Have a great day.

I'm a Lab Rat for a Bone and Joint Study

When researchers sent out a notice seeking volunteers for a two year bone and joint study, I decided to become a lab rat.  They want to learn how physical activities and other factors affect the health of your bones and joints, specifically related to the knee.  I'm especially curious because I'm on concrete eight hours per day, I play competitive tennis and I don't consume dairy.  Most people give me a funny look when I share my daily routine with them.  Some think I'm going to have health issues related to my food choices.  The one thing I know for sure is that becoming a lab rat for my cousin's food experiment saved my life.  I'm willing to go through another round of experiments in order to help researchers learn more about our bones and joints.  Stay tuned for progress reports.  The final results will be available in published reports.  Have a great day and don't forget to bend your knees.

What a Difference a Year Makes

One year ago today on 8/08 at 8:08 AM I was headed into surgery to repair a sports related inguinal hernia.  I had a date with Davinci, a robot my surgeon used to restore my health.  I promised my teammates I would be back for another shot at the regional championships after we came up short in the regional tournament that ended the day before my surgery..  I feel stronger than ever now, thanks to Dr. Nicholas Kuiper.  I would also like to give credit to my teammates.  They pushed me hard this last year.  We are departing tomorrow for Oklahoma for another shot at the Midwest championships.  Keep us in your prayers.  The conditions will be challenging and the competition will be the best we've ever faced.  In order to win it all, we will need to find a way to get past the Iowa team that edged us out in the state championships.  There are 8 teams vying for a spot in the national competition to be held in Surprise, Arizona in October.  Stay tuned for the rest of the story.  Have a great day.

Awestruck

My pastor told our congregation Sunday, "the word awesome is overused."  Back in his day, awesome was reserved for talking about God.  He went on to say people who were awestruck were filled with wonder of God's presence.  "Every Sunday Heaven and earth meet at the altar," he said.  His words were sinking in as he walked away slowly from the pulpit. 

I hope I never overuse the word awesome.  Yes, I do feel God's presence in my daily life.  It's in the people he places around me.   It's in nature.  It's in the Holy Spirit.  Mountains are moving.  All of this is for God's glory.  I'm awestruck.  May your day be awesome and may you feel God's presence in your life.

Look Back Without Staring

Does your past haunt you?  Maybe you're staring at ghosts.  Perhaps the skeletons in your closet are rattling you.  I like to think of my past as a rear view mirror.  As long as I use the rear view mirror for an occasional glance when I need a reminder about how I dealt with a difficult situation while keeping my eyes focused on what lies ahead, I can avoid living in the past.

If you find yourself staring at a past memory, ask yourself why.  Find the lesson and learn so you can move forward.  I'll give you an example from my personal life.  Someone close to me hurt me deeply and this caused some terrible pain.  The hurts turned into grudges.  The grudges weighed so much  I couldn't move forward.  I refused to turn around because I didn't want to relive the pain so I just kept looking forward, trying not to acknowledge what happened.  "The past is the past," I would tell my brain.  My body knew otherwise.  My body could feel weight, like an anchor attached to a slab of concrete.  It wasn't easy but I finally let go of the grudges.  It was the day I learned the meaning of forgiveness.  The past no longer had any power of me.  Every now and then I glance in the rear view mirror to make sure I'm not dragging anything along that might slow me down.  Give it a try.  Have a great day.

How to Deal with Intimidating Situations

That's my inanimate friend and traveling companion, Bro, pictured above with the bear.  Fortunately for Bro, the bear is stuffed and Bro won't be on the dinner menu.  There are times, though, when we may find ourselves in unfriendly territory or intimidating situations and we don't know whether to choose fight or flight.  That surge of adrenaline kicking in is meant to help us no matter which option we choose.

I find one of the best ways to get out of trouble is to understand why the person in front of you is so angry or upset.  If you look closely at the photo above, you will see the bear is trapped and he can't escape.  Wouldn't you be angry if you were in a similar predicament?  The next time you encounter an unfriendly bear, ask questions to determine where the anger is coming from.  A little empathy goes a long way.  You may find a solution that frees your bear from the source of all the frustration.  You may even become friends with your attacker.  Give it a try and see if you can bounce back from intimidating situations as well as my buddy, Bro, did with our day job mascot...

Bro is a champion at bouncing back.  If he can do it, you can do it.  Have a great day.

Next Adventure is 7 Days Away

It's the moment my team has been waiting for ever since our loss in the quarterfinals at last year's regional tournament.  I returned home and went in to surgery the following Monday at 8:08 AM on 8/08 to repair a sports related inguinal hernia.  Thanks to modern technology, my repairs were easy to recover from and I was back on the courts three weeks later.  Our team captain drew up a plan to come back stronger and better one year later and that time is now.  We're ready.  I feel better than ever.  Last year's defeat was painful because it came down to just a couple of points.  It's time for our mulligan.  Winner goes to Suprise in October.  I'll keep you posted.  These next seven days are going to be super busy leading up to our trip to Oklahoma.  Have a great day.

The Mind, Body, Spirit Connection

If you're feeling off balance today, perhaps it's a good day to check your alignment.  It's similar to the wheels on your vehicle.  When the alignment isn't right, you have excessive wear and a bumpy ride.  Your mind, body and spirit need to be on the same page.  Pay attention to all three.  Have a great day.

Happy Wednesday

This blog message, like the other Monday thru Friday messages this week, has been prerecorded so I can complete my temporary out-of-state assignment without missing my daily connection to you.  I'm sitting in my walkout basement right now with my loyal companion, Roxy, a six pound Chihuahua from Mexico, while my wife is upstairs washing the dishes.  She's cranking up the volume on my Best of Styx CD, a gift one of my sisters gave me for my birthday last month.  Fooling Yourself is blaring.  This was my go to song I played in my bedroom as a teenager.  Forty years later, the music still inspires me.  The one thing that's changed since I first heard this song is I managed to let go of all my anger.

The next song just came on – Show me the Way.  "Give me the strength and the courage to get there some day", the lyrics plea.  And that's what I'm asking for right now.  There's so much work to be done on this Happy Wednesday.  Song 3 is playing now – Renegade.  "Hangman is coming from the gallows and I don't have very long."  It's time to close out this story and complete the "honey do" list before I depart in the morning.  It's only appropriate that the final song playing during this message is Come Sail Away.  "A gathering of angels appeared above my head.  They sang to me this song of hope and this is what they said, 'come sail away, come sail away, come sail away with me.'"

Sail on, amigo.  Have a happy Wednesday.  And if your anger is anchoring you, cut it now.  It's time to come sail away.

Why Detours are Okay

I'm officially one trimester late with my third book and this pregnancy is nowhere close to being over.  I'm okay with this.  Yes, it's true... I'm a type A personality with a broken compass.  Jesus took away my road map and told me to enjoy the detour.  I am.  I'm going places I never imagined I would visit in my lifetime and I'm meeting some rather extraordinary people along the way.

Thank you for being patient with me.  God is still fine tuning me for his purposes and this next book will be released when all the pieces of the puzzle are in place.  Have a great day.