A Stark Contrast

Because I hear so many people use the word evolve in everyday usage, I decided to "look up" the definition.
First, let me say that almost every time people use the word evolve, they really should use the word develop. Evolve indicates that something changes on its own over time to adapt or adjust to its environment.  I don't know of any processes or systems that just happen to get better on their own. Do you?  It takes the work, direction, and revision of people to bring about this positive change.  So, we should not hear about how a process has evolved into... Instead, we should hear about the way a team or individual has developed the process.

One last word:  one of the antonyms of evolution listed in dictionary.com is Changelessness. How many things or persons do you know that do not ever change?  I can only think of one.  He is the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.  He is the One true and living God--  the Creator of all that we know.

2 Boxes Done

It's such a blessing to see my daughters maturing in many ways.  They worked hard a couple of evenings ago to get the boxes mixed and filled.  One of them has been planted.  One is awaiting some veggies.  Good job girls!

The Suburban Farmer

You knew a Buick could hold a bunch of golf bags in the trunk, but did you realize how easily it holds peat moss, composted cow manure, and mushroom compost?  Time to get the garden boxes planted!

Mission Accomplished

I have been inspired and challenged by my friend Bobby's recent accomplishment.
Yesterday, he completed his first marathon, the New Orleans Rock 'n' Roll Marathon.  His consistent training routine and persistence in the run is admirable.
Good job, Bobby!

15

Today, my oldest turned 15.  That's her on the right.  I am very blessed to be her father and quite proud of the young woman she is becoming.  Happy birthday "D. girl."   I love you.   -Dad

25 Posts

My wife challenged me to set a goal for my blog.  So here it is:
I am going to try for 25 blog posts in the month of March.  Expecting this will be tougher than it seems.

The Things We Despise In Others...

Have you ever noticed that the things we despise in others are almost always the things we struggle with ourselves?  This segment of a Donald Trump interview may be the best illustration of this concept that I've ever scene.  Check it out and then be aware of the same phenomenon in your own life.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=axM0_Zub0Dw#t=583s