Journal
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Happy Thanksgiving to All
The second paragraph of the United States Declaration of Independence begins with these words: We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator…
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Red Skelton Pledge of Allegiance
On January 14, 1969, comedian Red Skelton shared his thoughts about the United States Pledge of Allegiance during the CBS broadcast of his television program, The Red Skelton Show. Even though the video is…
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Does Evil Exist?
The university professor challenged his students with this question, Did God create everything that exists? A student bravely replied, Yes, he did! God created everything? the professor asked. Yes, sir, the student replied. The…
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Opportunities and Redemption Abound on the Internet
Ever since my position was eliminated in December 2009 due to the recession, more doors of opportunity have opened for me than I ever imagined. First there was the public speaking engagement at AITP,…
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Experience the Gift of Giving
This post is a little different for me. Normally, I write about leadership, computers or the SDLC. Today I want to switch gears and reflect on the gift of giving through the appropriate use…
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Snow, Snow, Snowhere to Go
Growing up in the Northeast teaches you at least one thing, how to get around in the snow. When a good winter nor’easter blows through New Jersey or Connecticut, it could dump several feet…