When I woke last Thursday, I was both overjoyed and heartbroken. June 27th is Naeem’s birthday which for me is a Federal Holiday – a day deserving of coast to coast pomp and circumstance. As such, I packed a bag, gassed up my vehicle, and began the six-hour drive to Pittsburgh for an extended weekend celebration with my National treasure. I’m ... [Continue Reading]
Stay Ready, Don’t Get Ready
Several years ago, I watched an interview with Will Smith, where he shared one of his philosophies for life. The Aladdin star said, “So if you stay ready, you ain't gotta get ready.” Essentially Mr. Smith stated what I repeatedly heard throughout my childhood and expressed to Naeem for the entirety of his life – “always be prepared.” Don’t make ... [Continue Reading]
An Extraordinary Imagination Made Him Run Before He Walked
A month or so before Naeem’s first birthday, I was feeling a bit like a lousy parent. My son hadn’t learned to walk. Sure, like most toddlers Naeem could take a few steps on his own, but he couldn’t take many. Each attempt to walk began with him standing up confidently and taking a few short steps, but before you could blink your eyes, he would ... [Continue Reading]
Give Me My Flowers
“Give Me My Flowers”, a song performed by the late Reverend James Cleveland, has crossed my mind quite a bit lately. If you’ve never heard “Give Me My Flowers”, click here to listen. “Give Me My Flowers” “Give Me My Flowers” is an encouraging reminder for all of us to stop taking life and the existence of those whom we profess to care about and ... [Continue Reading]
I Wonder, Are You a Good Samaritan or an Insensitive Bystander?
The other evening, I went to see Wonder. Yes, Wonder! The movie about the New York Times bestselling children’s book, Wonder by R.J. Palacio. Although, it’s a story about a ten-year-old boy, it’s a movie that can be enjoyed by the entire family. If you have not seen Wonder, I highly encourage you to do so. Wonder highlights several teachable ... [Continue Reading]
Are You Making a Difference or Are You Making The Difference?
Are You Making a Difference or Are You Making The Difference? ARE YOU MAKING A DIFFERENCE OR ARE YOU MAKING THE DIFFERENCE? July is a month where we commemorate a number of significant days. Among those celebratory days, the most significant of them is Independence Day. Although few things can top the birth of a nation, there are some lesser ... [Continue Reading]
I’m Thankful For My Son
As I entered the gym this morning, I shared morning greetings with a man whom I’ve had the pleasure of watching the transition from young man to grown man. I first met this gentleman man more than ten years ago when he was an out of shape teen. He is no longer a teen and he is no longer out of shape. Today he stands as the epitome of great ... [Continue Reading]
How To Explain President Donald Trump
Can I tell you a secret? Just between you and me. Do you promise to keep it our little secret? I’m so looking forward to Donald Trump becoming the next President of the United States of America. Yes, you read that correctly. I’m excited about Donald Trump becoming our next President. And before you ask, I haven’t lost my mind nor am I Mr. ... [Continue Reading]
Do You Know the Seven Deadly Sins?
Do you remember The Seven Deadly Sins? I do. They are pride, covetousness, lust, anger, gluttony, envy, and sloth. I was first introduced to them by my grandmother. If memory serves me correctly, that first introduction preceded my grandmother’s attempt to get me to behave. I know that this going to come as a surprise to some of you but I ... [Continue Reading]
It’s Not Too Late…You Can Do More!
Although it’s been a few weeks since I last posted, I can assure you that I haven’t been slacking. Nope, I haven’t been sitting on an exotic beach sipping on fruity drinks with little umbrellas. Nor have I been traveling with my son continuing our father-son tradition. And as difficult as this might be to believe, I haven’t attended any FSU home ... [Continue Reading]
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