Be Wise, Not Smart

Wisdom is significantly more important than intelligence. Intelligence is innate. Wisdom is acquired through the school of hard knocks. Intelligence allows you to learn from your own mistakes. Wisdom — from the mistakes of others. Focus on being … [Read more...]

The Colosseum

I recently visited the Colosseum in Rome and a sense of dark sadness clouded over me. I could picture the agile and courageous gladiators in the arena. The pensive part was the sadism  and cruelty of the Roman emperors — I was overcome with … [Read more...]

I Love America

I don't have the words to express my deep gratitude to this wonderful country for giving me the opportunity to make a wonderful life for my family and myself. There are not a lot of countries that one can start with so little, and live such a … [Read more...]

Disgruntled

Changes in organizational leadership create a new normal. Those that were 'favored' or considered themselves to be 'special' must now come back into the pack, and must now toe the line like everyone else. I take full responsibility for this … [Read more...]