Blog – Life, Reflections and Faith

I have lived in my current home for thirty years! That is a long time, and every year my wife and I spend a fair amount of time going room to room purging stuff we …

03-24-2026 How to Protect Yourself on a Cruise or Long Vacation Going on a cruise or extended vacation should be relaxing, but without the right preparation, it can quickly become stressful and expensive. From medical …

03-23-2026 If there’s one word dominating today’s housing conversation, it’s affordability. First-time buyers feel it. Renters see it in rising monthly costs. Developers face it as they try to meet demand. Housing costs no longer …

03-22-26 For decades, my wife and I shared our home with many different cats. They became more than pets. They were our constant companions and, in many ways, our children. Like all children, they brought …

03-21-2026 If you had the potential, would you choose to save eight lives? When I renewed my North Carolina driver’s license, I was reminded, seeing the little red heart on my license, about a decision …

03-20-2026 The Illusion of the Finish Line Lately, my YouTube feed has been flooded with stories about early retirement. Some people meticulously calculate their path to financial independence, while others dream about spending their later …

02-27-2026 Lately, life feels harder than it should, and every task turns into a fight. Basic interactions now require persistence, follow-ups, and real customer service feels rare. Brand loyalty carries little weight. Planning a cruise …

02-02-2026 No one wants to openly admit the truth because the word “manipulation” carries legal weight, not economic nuance. When governments or bullion institutions admit manipulation, they invite lawsuits, political fallout, and legitimacy loss. Therefore, …

01-24-2026 Earned revenue for nonprofits represents income generated through goods or services, not donations. In essence, it reflects disciplined enterprise aligned with mission-driven impact. Moreover, this approach mirrors how sophisticated organizations build durable financial engines. …

01-16-2026 Many people sense that something fundamental has shifted in how the world works. Customer service rarely feels helpful anymore. Even when customer service isn’t outright hostile, it often feels like or of a hassle …

01-09-2026 Are you a professional panhandler or professional fundraiser? Webster defines panhandling as “to stop people on the street and ask for food or money,” in short, to beg. Unfortunately, many individuals hired to raise …

01-10-2026 Many donors share a common frustration: nonprofits often fail to thank them meaningfully. For most donors, especially high-net-worth individuals, this concern has nothing to do with ego, public recognition, or plaques on a wall. …

01-08-2026 The following true stories come from donors who want their experiences known to educate nonprofit leaders. Each story reflects generosity, commitment, and the responsibility nonprofits hold to steward donors with respect and competence. Donor …

01-07-2026 Too often, nonprofit fundraisers have no idea how aggravating year-end receipt delays are for donors. As a result, donors should never be forced to chase a nonprofit for a tax receipt for a contribution …

01-06-2026 I don’t know about you, but I am not the most patient person in the world. But fortunately, I do have enough sense to understand that God’s timing is perfect. I have to learn …

01-05-2026 Last night, I attended an event for a nonprofit called Hope Is Alive. The gathering was for both clients and supporters. Although the organization is based in Oklahoma City, it operates nationwide. They opened …

01-04-2026 Many people enter a new year carrying resolutions and hopeful goals. At first, motivation feels strong and almost unstoppable. Often those intentions slowly fade as weeks pass. The reason usually has little to do …

01-03-2026 Sadly, most Americans, and likely most people worldwide, are not paying attention to precious metals and the story they tell. Rising gold and silver prices result from broader economic pressures and market behavior. Persistent …

01-02-2026 For most people in the United States, the word “concierge” carries little real meaning. Typically, people imagine a hotel employee booking dinner or spa reservations. However, that image barely scratches the surface of true …

01-01-2026 As we open a new year, I find myself asking an unsettling question. Will being human be considered irrelevant in the near future? Everywhere we turn, we hear urgency around winning the artificial intelligence …