I have realized just how blessed my life has been. In my youth, my parents taught me NOTHING is more important than God and family. Moving around taught me adaptability. It also allowed me to experi... View MoreI have realized just how blessed my life has been. In my youth, my parents taught me NOTHING is more important than God and family. Moving around taught me adaptability. It also allowed me to experience many different cuisines, from down home country food to seafood to .....
In college, I learned to expand my horizons, to think outside the box. I am still in touch with many of my friends from 40+ years ago. If the truth be told we really don't have much in common anymore. What still binds us are the shared memories of our youth.
After working for a number of years and earning professional designations I was set up on a blind date. Two ships passing in the night, 3 months later we were married. We are still together 33 years later.
We discovered that we needed to share a purpose in life, to have a shared vision. We chose to adapt and live our lives with a purpose. That has allowed us our happiness!
What is YOUR purpose? Find your purpose, share your purpose and you will find your happiness.
Henry B. Tippie's Laws:
1) Assume Nothing
2) Say nothing, do nothing, be nothing
3) When in doubt, ask... View MoreHenry B. Tippie's Laws:
1) Assume Nothing
2) Say nothing, do nothing, be nothing
3) When in doubt, ask
4) Everybody sells by their attitude
5) Do it 100% accurate and 100% complete
6) Work smart
7) Every day is a fresh start
8) Time is money, don't waste it
9) Do today's business today
10) A premier product demands a premier price
11) A sale is never complete until the money is in the bank
12) Unnecessary expense saved is the easiest profit made
13) Operate with a sense of urgency
14) Think profit
Yes, Mr. Tippie was a business man but reread his laws.
Think how they can be applied to you, your family and many societal situations. You have heard versions of each of Tippie's laws most of your life. Apply them and see what happens!
Guys, no matter the gift, if you receive one tomorrow, treat it like a Congressional Medal of Honor. You're playing a vital role in the survival of our nation. Yeah, I know. Underwear, a tie, handkerc... View MoreGuys, no matter the gift, if you receive one tomorrow, treat it like a Congressional Medal of Honor. You're playing a vital role in the survival of our nation. Yeah, I know. Underwear, a tie, handkerchiefs, socks, a homemade card or gift. Maybe the most priceless of all, a big hug and thank you. That just put you in the top percentile of MEN today. The ones who are a part of their children's lives, and have inculcated those values into the next generation. Irresponsible males "touch and go", and aren't heard from again. The intrinsic value of a young heart that did what they could to thank you is the most priceless gift you'll ever receive. When you consider all the thoughts and hoping it's enough you'll understand what I mean. Yes, I've been fortunate enough to be on both sides of that coin. I don't take it lightly. I pray you won't, either. This is one of those "where the rubber meets the road" events, for BOTH sides.
I remember giving my father a hug, and crying because I couldn't afford to get him anything that year. His simple answer was "You just did", complete with a tear in his eye, was acknowledgement enough. When we lived on a trimaran transiting from Illinois to Louisiana via the Mississippi, my son did the exact same thing, and I finally understood. Material things aren't the real present. Even more so today. Children and parents who understand the love and caring in a totally functional nuclear family unit are the richest today, followed by those who might not be together but raise their children as their greatest gift. Children learn by watching and emulating, not by indoctrination. When my Dad kissed my Mother in front of us, it wasn't a peck on the cheek. If there was a reason to, they did it right. In spite of society's dogma today, love is NOT a game nor a fairy tale.
Remember the song "Teach your children well"? Yeah, CSN&Y. Might wanna play it before tomorrow. Happy Pappy's Day !