Tag Archives: Blogging

The Thing About, Tony's Posts

The Thing About 49

13 Comments

Yeah, today (August 29, 2018) I turned 49. Another year older, wiser maybe, dorky definitely. With that being said I don’t act it because that would be so boring but I do feel it. Slowing down even at my age can be a bummer. The one thing I have chosen is to relate to people from all generations. Sharing our common struggles in life can make this whole living thing so much better. Age is just a number so they say and I think there is merit to it.

Everyone is in different places in life but there are people who have been where others are just now are. I am not going to be the old guy who knows more than the younger folks but I hope I can be there for everyone if they need someone.

Making it through life is tough today it was tough yesterday and the days before that. Being aware of that can make someone who’s 19, 29, 39 and 49 feel better about where they are and where they are going.

To all those who are younger thanks for your friendship. To those who are older thanks for your connecting with me and letting me see what’s down the road.

The road to the big 5-0 begins today.

Daily Prompt, Tony's Posts

Daily Prompt – Word Of The Day: Renegade

2 Comments

Something a little different here….

He was a good kid. Raised by a good family. Went to the neighborhood church. He went to school every day. He did what was expected for the most part. However he saw things in the world differently. He began to think for himself. He became a social justice warrior and a social justice worrier too. He became a black sheep, a weirdo, a renegade of sorts. The thing about it is that his life led him to be who he is today; a believer, a blogger, a person with his heart on his sleeve.

Renegade

Here is another look at what a renegade is… Renegade by the classic rock group Styx.

Daily Prompt, Tony's Posts

Daily Prompt – Word Of The Day: Zealous

Leave a comment

Zealous, this is a word I am all too familiar with. In my life I have been known to be overly zealous about this, that or the other thing. My enthusiasm and zeal to advance a cause, be a part of something or doing my work have been what I am known for. The problem is that being too zealous can get you into trouble because you might miss something important or perhaps impact ones relationships when you really want to be involved with people or things. Call it the geek/nerd in me that wears his heart and soul on his sleeve. I think I have calmed down in the past year or so but there is still a part of me who will always remain zealous.

Zealous

Daily Prompt, Tony's Posts

Daily Prompt – Word Of The Day: Blossom

1 Comment

There is an old saying blossom where you are planted and for many that advice has served them well. It has served me well in some cases. People like plants need air, soil, water and sunlight in a matter of speaking in order to grow. Sometimes people need transplanting to a bigger pot in order grow more but often staying put can benefit you and the community you live in. Many people have found family, friends and connection being where they are and if one can find that it’s a true blessing.

Blossom was also a TV show starring Mayim Bialik from 1991 to 1995.

Blossom

Daily Prompt, Tony's Posts

Word Of The Day – Daily Prompt: Flourish

1 Comment

We are all looking for that place and space to find success. There is an old saying that you can bloom where you are planted however there are times when a change of location can make all the difference. To Flourish takes skill, talent and a little luck. Being affirmed in your life and work can go a long way into helping you flourish in all the ways of your life. Finding an opportunity to succeed can give your life added meaning and can give you purpose. Flourish where you can and do your best at whatever your life’s calling is.

FLOURISH

Daily Prompt, Tony's Posts

Word Of The Day – Daily Prompt: Negotiate

2 Comments

Part of any transaction involves the skill of negotiation. You have to use not only technique but finesse in asking someone to do something you want them to do. Making a deal is an fine art that people practice every day. In my line of work I negotiate with people to give a unit of blood to save lives. Others hope to make a sale or to get things done. Peace requires negotiation too with experienced people making it happen. Negotiation sometimes means going through some dangerous places to get from one place to another.

https://talesfromthemindofkristian.wordpress.com/2018/06/06/word-prompt-negotiate/