Thursday, November 30, 2006
“But the day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar; the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and everything in it will be laid bare. Since everything will be destroyed in this way, what kind of people ought you to be? You ought to live holy and godly lives” (2 Peter 3:10-11)
Tuesday, November 28, 2006
Monday, November 27, 2006
Sunday, November 26, 2006
Friday, November 24, 2006
Bob Parson's 16 Rules For Success In Business & In Life In General
1. Get and stay out of your comfort zone
I believe that not much happens of any significance when we're in our comfort zone. I hear people say, "But I'm concerned about security." My response to that is simple: "Security is for cadavers."
2. Never give up
Almost nothing works the first time it's attempted. Just because what you're doing does not seem to be working, doesn't mean it won't work. It just means that it might not work the way you're doing it. If it was easy, everyone would be doing it, and you wouldn't have an opportunity.
3. When you're ready to quit, you're closer than you think
There's an old Chinese saying that I just love, and I believe it is so true. It goes like this: "The temptation to quit will be greatest just before you are about to succeed."
4. With regard to whatever worries you, not only accept the worst thing that could happen, but make it a point to quantify what the worst thing could be
Very seldom will the worst consequence be anywhere near as bad as a cloud of "undefined consequences." My father would tell me early on, when I was struggling and losing my shirt trying to get Parsons Technology going, "Well, Robert, if it doesn't work, they can't eat you."
5. Focus on what you want to have happen
Remember that old saying, "As you think, so shall you be."
6. Take things a day at a time
No matter how difficult your situation is, you can get through it if you don't look too far into the future, and focus on the present moment. You can get through anything one day at a time.
7. Always be moving forward
Never stop investing. Never stop improving. Never stop doing something new. The moment you stop improving your organization, it starts to die. Make it your goal to be better each and every day, in some small way. Remember the Japanese concept of Kaizen. Small daily improvements eventually result in huge advantages.
8. Be quick to decide
Remember what General George S. Patton said: "A good plan violently executed today is far and away better than a perfect plan tomorrow."
9. Measure everything of significance
I swear this is true. Anything that is measured and watched, improves.
10. Anything that is not managed will deteriorate
If you want to uncover problems you don't know about, take a few moments and look closely at the areas you haven't examined for a while. I guarantee you problems will be there.
11. Pay attention to your competitors, but pay more attention to what you're doing
When you look at your competitors, remember that everything looks perfect at a distance. Even the planet Earth, if you get far enough into space, looks like a peaceful place.
12. Never let anybody push you around
In our society, with our laws and even playing field, you have just as much right to what you're doing as anyone else, provided that what you're doing is legal.
13. Never expect life to be fair
Life isn't fair. You make your own breaks. You'll be doing good if the only meaning fair has to you, is something that you pay when you get on a bus (i.e., fare).
14. Solve your own problems
You'll find that by coming up with your own solutions, you'll develop a competitive edge. Masura Ibuka, the co-founder of SONY, said it best: "You never succeed in technology, business, or anything by following the others." There's also an old Asian saying that I remind myself of frequently. It goes like this: "A wise man keeps his own counsel."
15. Don't take yourself too seriously
Lighten up. Often, at least half of what we accomplish is due to luck. None of us are in control as much as we like to think we are.
16. There's always a reason to smile. Find it
After all, you're really lucky just to be alive. Life is short. More and more, I agree with my little brother. He always reminds me: "We're not here for a long time; we're here for a good time."
-written by Bob Parsons
“ So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.” (Colossians 2:6-7)
I believe that not much happens of any significance when we're in our comfort zone. I hear people say, "But I'm concerned about security." My response to that is simple: "Security is for cadavers."
2. Never give up
Almost nothing works the first time it's attempted. Just because what you're doing does not seem to be working, doesn't mean it won't work. It just means that it might not work the way you're doing it. If it was easy, everyone would be doing it, and you wouldn't have an opportunity.
3. When you're ready to quit, you're closer than you think
There's an old Chinese saying that I just love, and I believe it is so true. It goes like this: "The temptation to quit will be greatest just before you are about to succeed."
4. With regard to whatever worries you, not only accept the worst thing that could happen, but make it a point to quantify what the worst thing could be
Very seldom will the worst consequence be anywhere near as bad as a cloud of "undefined consequences." My father would tell me early on, when I was struggling and losing my shirt trying to get Parsons Technology going, "Well, Robert, if it doesn't work, they can't eat you."
5. Focus on what you want to have happen
Remember that old saying, "As you think, so shall you be."
6. Take things a day at a time
No matter how difficult your situation is, you can get through it if you don't look too far into the future, and focus on the present moment. You can get through anything one day at a time.
7. Always be moving forward
Never stop investing. Never stop improving. Never stop doing something new. The moment you stop improving your organization, it starts to die. Make it your goal to be better each and every day, in some small way. Remember the Japanese concept of Kaizen. Small daily improvements eventually result in huge advantages.
8. Be quick to decide
Remember what General George S. Patton said: "A good plan violently executed today is far and away better than a perfect plan tomorrow."
9. Measure everything of significance
I swear this is true. Anything that is measured and watched, improves.
10. Anything that is not managed will deteriorate
If you want to uncover problems you don't know about, take a few moments and look closely at the areas you haven't examined for a while. I guarantee you problems will be there.
11. Pay attention to your competitors, but pay more attention to what you're doing
When you look at your competitors, remember that everything looks perfect at a distance. Even the planet Earth, if you get far enough into space, looks like a peaceful place.
12. Never let anybody push you around
In our society, with our laws and even playing field, you have just as much right to what you're doing as anyone else, provided that what you're doing is legal.
13. Never expect life to be fair
Life isn't fair. You make your own breaks. You'll be doing good if the only meaning fair has to you, is something that you pay when you get on a bus (i.e., fare).
14. Solve your own problems
You'll find that by coming up with your own solutions, you'll develop a competitive edge. Masura Ibuka, the co-founder of SONY, said it best: "You never succeed in technology, business, or anything by following the others." There's also an old Asian saying that I remind myself of frequently. It goes like this: "A wise man keeps his own counsel."
15. Don't take yourself too seriously
Lighten up. Often, at least half of what we accomplish is due to luck. None of us are in control as much as we like to think we are.
16. There's always a reason to smile. Find it
After all, you're really lucky just to be alive. Life is short. More and more, I agree with my little brother. He always reminds me: "We're not here for a long time; we're here for a good time."
-written by Bob Parsons
“ So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.” (Colossians 2:6-7)
Thursday, November 23, 2006
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Sunday, November 19, 2006
Friday, November 17, 2006
I plead the blood of Jesus...
Over my husband and children, our property, our mind, body, and soul!
Today in a silly rush (while on the phone), I left our front door slightly ajar!!! Oh lawdy. Blessfully no one came up to the door or inside! Thank you for watching over us JC.
“ Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path.” (Psalm 119:105)
Today in a silly rush (while on the phone), I left our front door slightly ajar!!! Oh lawdy. Blessfully no one came up to the door or inside! Thank you for watching over us JC.
“ Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path.” (Psalm 119:105)
Thursday, November 16, 2006
Tuesday, November 14, 2006
So there's a Curse on Me?
Hummm?! I'm honored to know that I mean just that much to the Christian world and the conversion of others that someone has actually spent their hard-earned money to put a curse on me.
“For Christ died for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God. He was put to death in the body but made alive by the Spirit,” (1 Peter 3:18)
“For Christ died for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God. He was put to death in the body but made alive by the Spirit,” (1 Peter 3:18)
Monday, November 13, 2006
Hubby Bought Me A New Laptop Today!
I hate to sound like an old fogey, but I like my flatscreen iMac, yes it's from 2001, yes it slows my work progress down, and yes it crashes on me, and YES, I DO believe I need another computer...here's the BUT. I need to warm up to the idea of having a "laptop." I've only had it plugged in and open for 30 minutes, and already the keys on the left-hand side where all the plugs are are "very warm" to the touch! I REALLY don't think that should be... I ran my hand up and down the left-side panel and already there is a bulge there, it's a little bulge, but there's a bulge. What will that bulge be in the years to come??? I'm appreciative, I really am, I'm just need to warm up a little.
“For it is God's will that by doing good you should silence the ignorant talk of foolish men. Live as free men, but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil; live as servants of God.” (1 Peter 2:15-16)
“For it is God's will that by doing good you should silence the ignorant talk of foolish men. Live as free men, but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil; live as servants of God.” (1 Peter 2:15-16)
Sunday, November 12, 2006
Friday, November 10, 2006
R.I.P. Gerald Levert
He was only 40!
R&B singer Gerald Levert cut his writing chops on Detroit's west side.
He spent his summers in the city — his grandparents lived on Prairie and Seven Mile Roads — and instead of partying with the bad boys, he wrote his first songs.
It was a great start for an R&B singer, songwriter and producer who ultimately went on to gain songwriting acclaim, crafting works for some of the best crooners in the business.
Earlier today, at age 40, Gerald Levert died.
His record label, Atlantic, confirmed that the Cleveland-born singer died of a heart attack at his home in Ohio.
“All of us at Atlantic are shocked and deeply saddened by his untimely death,” reads a statement released by Atlantic. “He was one of the greatest voices of our time, who sang with unmatched soulfulness and power, as well as a tremendously gifted composer and an accomplished producer.”
Levert garnered national acclaim as a member of the group “Levert,” which was comprised of his brother Sean and friend Marc Gordon. Among others, they recorded the No. 1 R&B/No. 5 pop hit “Casanova” in 1987, followed by three more R&B chart-toppers, “Addicted to You,” “Just Coolin’,” which featured rapper Heavy D and “Baby I’m Ready” in 1991.
In 1991, Levert went solo, releasing “Private Line,” which grabbed the No. 1 R&B spot that year. He earned a second No. 1 R&B single with “Baby Hold On To Me,” the next year.
In addition to his group and solo work, Levert produced and wrote for his father’s legendary group, the O’Jays and also for performers including Barry White, Stephanie Mills, Teddy Pendergrass, the Winans and Patti Labelle. “This is terrible,” said Pastor Marvin Winans, who created music with Levert for his group’s 1994 album “All Out.” “He was a great voice and a great talent. And my condolences go out to Eddie and his brothers and the Levert family.”
Even though Levert called the Atlanta and Cleveland area home, he maintained ties to Detroit. A regular stop for the performer was Shantinique Music, a mom-and-pop music shop on the east side.
The news hit co-owner Josie Beal hard, she and Levert’s Uncle Reggie, who still lives in Detroit, went to Kettering High School together. She also was a fan of his music. The last time Levert was in her shop, he had his dad Eddie Levert Sr., boxer Tommy Hearns and Emmanuel Steward in tow with him. “He was an icon,” Beal said. “I was just saying all of the real singers are gone now. Gerald Levert. Luther Vandross. Barry White. Who do we have to look up to now? His dad is still with us now. As long as Eddie is still here, Gerald will be here in our hearts. The voice is still there.”
On one of his later projects, 2004’s “Do I Speak For The World,” Levert changed his tune slightly, straying away from the sexy vocals that brought him much pop music acclaim in the 80s. His album, “Do I Speak For The World,” was a way to address social issues that he’d never allowed himself to sing about before. “It’s a socially conscious thing,” he said then to the Free Press of the album. “There are some love songs, but not the sex-you-down-type songs. It’s more love relationship, break up and getting back together type songs. I have some religion stuff and some state-of-the world type stuff too.
“Folks are kind of tripping out on it and that’s what I wanted. I wanted the shock factor. The war and the president and the school systems — all these different things that are happening that I think needed to be addressed and I’m talking about it. It’ a departure from what I would do mainly on a record. It’s time,” he said. “… And I’m willing to take that chance right now in my career and my life.”
“God's voice thunders in marvelous ways; he does great things beyond our understanding. He says to the snow, 'Fall on the earth,' and to the rain shower, 'Be a mighty downpour.” (Job 37:5-6)
R&B singer Gerald Levert cut his writing chops on Detroit's west side.
He spent his summers in the city — his grandparents lived on Prairie and Seven Mile Roads — and instead of partying with the bad boys, he wrote his first songs.
It was a great start for an R&B singer, songwriter and producer who ultimately went on to gain songwriting acclaim, crafting works for some of the best crooners in the business.
Earlier today, at age 40, Gerald Levert died.
His record label, Atlantic, confirmed that the Cleveland-born singer died of a heart attack at his home in Ohio.
“All of us at Atlantic are shocked and deeply saddened by his untimely death,” reads a statement released by Atlantic. “He was one of the greatest voices of our time, who sang with unmatched soulfulness and power, as well as a tremendously gifted composer and an accomplished producer.”
Levert garnered national acclaim as a member of the group “Levert,” which was comprised of his brother Sean and friend Marc Gordon. Among others, they recorded the No. 1 R&B/No. 5 pop hit “Casanova” in 1987, followed by three more R&B chart-toppers, “Addicted to You,” “Just Coolin’,” which featured rapper Heavy D and “Baby I’m Ready” in 1991.
In 1991, Levert went solo, releasing “Private Line,” which grabbed the No. 1 R&B spot that year. He earned a second No. 1 R&B single with “Baby Hold On To Me,” the next year.
In addition to his group and solo work, Levert produced and wrote for his father’s legendary group, the O’Jays and also for performers including Barry White, Stephanie Mills, Teddy Pendergrass, the Winans and Patti Labelle. “This is terrible,” said Pastor Marvin Winans, who created music with Levert for his group’s 1994 album “All Out.” “He was a great voice and a great talent. And my condolences go out to Eddie and his brothers and the Levert family.”
Even though Levert called the Atlanta and Cleveland area home, he maintained ties to Detroit. A regular stop for the performer was Shantinique Music, a mom-and-pop music shop on the east side.
The news hit co-owner Josie Beal hard, she and Levert’s Uncle Reggie, who still lives in Detroit, went to Kettering High School together. She also was a fan of his music. The last time Levert was in her shop, he had his dad Eddie Levert Sr., boxer Tommy Hearns and Emmanuel Steward in tow with him. “He was an icon,” Beal said. “I was just saying all of the real singers are gone now. Gerald Levert. Luther Vandross. Barry White. Who do we have to look up to now? His dad is still with us now. As long as Eddie is still here, Gerald will be here in our hearts. The voice is still there.”
On one of his later projects, 2004’s “Do I Speak For The World,” Levert changed his tune slightly, straying away from the sexy vocals that brought him much pop music acclaim in the 80s. His album, “Do I Speak For The World,” was a way to address social issues that he’d never allowed himself to sing about before. “It’s a socially conscious thing,” he said then to the Free Press of the album. “There are some love songs, but not the sex-you-down-type songs. It’s more love relationship, break up and getting back together type songs. I have some religion stuff and some state-of-the world type stuff too.
“Folks are kind of tripping out on it and that’s what I wanted. I wanted the shock factor. The war and the president and the school systems — all these different things that are happening that I think needed to be addressed and I’m talking about it. It’ a departure from what I would do mainly on a record. It’s time,” he said. “… And I’m willing to take that chance right now in my career and my life.”
“God's voice thunders in marvelous ways; he does great things beyond our understanding. He says to the snow, 'Fall on the earth,' and to the rain shower, 'Be a mighty downpour.” (Job 37:5-6)
Thursday, November 09, 2006
Juanita Bedford
“Come now, let us reason together," says the LORD. "Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool.” (Isaiah 1:18)
Wednesday, November 08, 2006
My Hip Joint Hurts
What's up with my left hip joint? It hurts, and is getting progressively worse as the day passes.
“But if serving the LORD seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your forefathers served beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD.” (Joshua 24:15)
“But if serving the LORD seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your forefathers served beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD.” (Joshua 24:15)
Tuesday, November 07, 2006
My Great-Great Grandfather
So last night I was on the phone with my brother, who told me that my California Aunt told him that my great-great grandfather made a living telling people their fortune, or rather what was their past, present, and future. So I called my great grandmother this morning and asked her to tell me about her father and she told me that he was what they called a "Wise Man." I asked if he was a Christian, and she said that he "certainly was." She said that she clearly remembers a lady asking him for help looking for money that her husband said someone had taken, she went to my great-great grandfather and he prayed with her and told her that she would find the money in a top drawer in her dresser, and that's where she had found it, by the hand of her own husband! TBC...it's my bedtime.
We need to make more time for God!
“I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone— for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.” (1 Timothy 2:1-2)
We need to make more time for God!
“I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone— for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.” (1 Timothy 2:1-2)
Monday, November 06, 2006
The HS Presence
God has been asking, "If He could show me a reminder of His prescence, what would I like it to be?" Well it's be a few months now, and I haven't come up with anything yet. I guess mainly because I know that God is always present, and I don't want to think of something and now I see that something all the time. For instance, I met this lady last year that shared a story with me of how she had told Jesus, when He is with her, she wants to see a cross. Well now, everywhere she goes, He'll reveal a whole bunch of crosses in her clothes and in all kinds of fabric. So she always sees them. I want something a little more specific, like when the Holy Spirit is talking to me something happens. Does that make sense? Whatever.
“And he made known to us the mystery of his will according to his good pleasure, which he purposed in Christ, to be put into effect when the times will have reached their fulfillment—to bring all things in heaven and on earth together under one head, even Christ.” (Ephesians 1:9-10)
Sunday, November 05, 2006
Back From Destin!
Hubby and I had a great time with each other! It was a really good, and much-needed get-a-way! At the conference, they talked about the correct way to communicate with your spouse, making time for your spouse (actually scheduling talks, intimacy, and agruments). Going there, I realized that I need to invest time, money, and energy into getting relationship dvd's and books.
“This is also why you pay taxes, for the authorities are God's servants, who give their full time to governing.” (Romans 13:6)
“This is also why you pay taxes, for the authorities are God's servants, who give their full time to governing.” (Romans 13:6)
Saturday, November 04, 2006
Another 5!
No kidding, I found another five dollar bill today, just laying on the main walkway of a high school homecoming after-party. Okay, what I was doing there is besides the point. The point is, this is the third time within days of eachother that I have found money. Seriously, this is a sign! Thank you JC. Hubby and I are off to Destin in a few hours, he told me to catch some sleep because I was driving the first leg. I better not let him catch me on the computer!!! Gotta go! Love ya!
“He has made us competent as ministers of a new covenant—not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.” (2 Corinthians 3:6)
“He has made us competent as ministers of a new covenant—not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.” (2 Corinthians 3:6)
Wednesday, November 01, 2006
I Just Love What Dove Did Here!
“I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints,” (Ephesians 1:18)
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