Journeys in the form of words
"From night problems we learned one lasting lesson: when a map and a compass come into contact with a second lieutenant, prepare yourself for confusion."- Robert Leckie https://www.amazon.com/Helmet-My-Pillow-Parris-Pacific/dp/107062117X?crid=1FYSC1201GX8E&keywords=helmet+for+my+pillow+by+robert+leckie+paperback&qid=1700935076&sprefix=helmet+for+my%2Caps%2C199&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=mglikman08-20&linkId=3dafb201025b2d46a59079d72796f845&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl
"It is far easier to find quiet than to find peace. True peace must come from within oneself."- Major Dick Winters https://www.amazon.com/Band-Brothers-Regiment-Airborne-Normandy/dp/1501179403?encoding=UTF8&qid=1700887447&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=mglikman08-20&linkId=35939920499e883641f6edb232aa6eaf&language=en_US&ref=as_li_ss_tl
I hope that everyone is having (or had) a fantastic Thanksgiving with family, friends, or both. I feel it is important to constantly remember to be grateful and to take time every day, not just the holiday, to think of something or someone you are grateful for. I am grateful for a lot of things. …
I love the anticipation that builds up to a long weekend. There is something in the air and an extra something in the attitude that even makes the worst work seem a tad more pleasant. Don't get me wrong, I really like my job and I enjoy being apart of something that I consider to …
Do you ever stop and ask yourself how you could be so lucky? Do you ever take a moment to look around and take stock of the things you have? Do you have more than you need? Do you feel you don't have enough? I constantly catch myself failing to distinguish the difference between want …
Sometimes, when things get rough and you need to take a moment to get your head in the right place, follow the example of young AJ here. Just grab your stuffed duck toy, pop a squat, and relax a little.
You don't have to go out of your way to brighten the day of others. There are plenty of simple things you can do that can bring happiness and joy to others. Whether it is for friends, family, acquaintances, or complete strangers, making someone else's day can also be the key to making your own …
There are so many things that I love about this time of year. I love the holiday season. I love the magic in the air. I enjoy Christmas music (though I prefer it a little closer to Christmas and in moderation). The food is fantastic and plentiful. Mostly, I enjoy sharing it with the people …
Tomorrow is not owed. Tomorrow is not a promise. Tomorrow is not a guarantee. Tomorrow may come...... ......but it also may not. Don't make the mistake of believing that there are unlimited tomorrows. Being wrong once is all it takes. Never stop asking yourself the important questions. And never forget the things you care about …
What do I have for you on this glorious Friday Eve? That is a great question. I am glad you asked. With the holidays approaching, tensions mount. There are making plans for Thanksgiving gatherings and food assignments. Presents and organizing the get-togethers for Christmas. Shortly after, New Year's sneaks up. So much thinking. So much …
Journeyman's Legacy 