*Thanks to my friend Henry Petty for serving as Day 5's writer during my Dear Gratitude project!* Some will write letters about being thankful for parents, loved ones, moms, dads, clergy, what have you. My letter of thanks is not to those types of people; this is a letter of thanks to the healthcare providers... Continue Reading →
One teacher makes a difference
*Big thanks to my friend Henry Petty for sharing his gratitude for his sixth grade teacher with us--and thanks to all educators who make a difference in the lives of students today. Stay tuned for other "back to school" posts.* I can count on one hand the number of teachers who really inspired me and left... Continue Reading →
The bunny
*Big thanks to Henry Petty for serving as today's guest writer!* One of my earliest memories as a child is of eating a big meal and looking outside the single-pane windows in wonderment, wondering if the Easter Bunny had hopped his way into our back yard to leave some decorated boiled eggs for us. I loved peeling away... Continue Reading →
Day 19–Love is a drug
*A big thank you to Henry Petty for stepping in today as the guest writer for the "28 days of love" project. Henry is one of the most loving people I know; so grateful to call him a friend! Check out his blog.* Love is a drug - it’s euphoric, and I give and receive... Continue Reading →
Henry’s 2013 bucket list
*Special thanks to Henry Petty for sharing his 2013 bucket list. What's on your bucket list for 2013?*Henry's 2013 bucket listTake up golf – a buddy of mine said it’s a really good networking tool. Donald Trump has stated the deals he makes are always on the golf course. And, I have been approached many... Continue Reading →
Henry’s 2012 gratitude list
*Special thanks to my friend and regular guest contributor to this blog, Henry Petty, for sharing his 2012 gratitude list with all of us.*In 2012, I am grateful for getting to know a lot of friends whom I really didn’t know. For example, I might see her, if I’m lucky, once a year in passing... Continue Reading →
Choosing to smile
Regular readers of this blog have enjoyed reading Henry Petty's guest blog posts. Henry hosts his own YouTube vlog as well as a WordPress blog. I've known Henry since college and have watched him grow spiritually, professionally, and personally. He's a loyal friend and generous person, but I believe his best quality is his ability... Continue Reading →