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A Tragic Loss Goodbye Edward “Eddie” Kaspbrak, known to the world as James Ransone. The talented actor, recognized for his many memorable film roles, has sadly passed away by suicide at the age of 46. He died by hanging on Friday, December 19, 2025. Personal Reflections and Empathy This loss feels deeply personal, even though… Continue reading Remembering James Ransone (Edward “Eddie” Kaspbrak)
What is truly important in this time of year, the season of giving, a season of joy and for myself, the reason for the season JESUS! All of look at this time of year differently, some absolutely hate this time of year over the sear reason that it’s a time of being forced to give… Continue reading The True Spirit of the Season: Love Over Gifts
Are you a Scrooge or Cratchit? During this time of year we can all turn into a little of both, but examining Bob Cratchit for his money flaws and Scrooge as well we can all learn from this fictional characters especially durning the holidays and how we spend and save money.
Contemplating Life During the Holidays This has become an annual tradition in my "Giving Myself the Gift of Life" series. I have tweaked the name a little as the original name of the posts might cause alarm to those who read as these post discusses death and suicide. For those who are concerned about my… Continue reading Wrestling with Worth: Annual Reflections on Life, Faith, and Financial Struggle
Remembering My Mother, Linda There are certain people in our lives that make an impact that once gone, you truly never feel the same, for me that person was my mother Linda who passed December 9th, 2015, making this the tenth year without mom. Growing Up with Mom Growing up with mom, she was always… Continue reading Remembering Loved Ones: A Tribute to My Mother
My Journey as an Educator For those who may not know I am a professor and have been given the privilege of a teaching career part time by an incredible mentor by the name of Glenn Dunki-Jacobs, now retired. Having the opportunity to teach business students from 2011-2019 name Mt. Sierra College before the… Continue reading Reflections on Teaching and Personal Legacy
Looking Back: Gratitude and Loss Today marks my 46th birthday. While I have never been one for grand celebrations, this day inevitably prompts me to reflect on the years that have passed. For nearly two decades—17 birthdays—I have been fortunate to celebrate with my wife, my daughter, and my sister. Yet, these occasions also remind… Continue reading Turning 46: Embracing Life’s Challenges and Blessings
Looking Back: Unfulfilled Aspirations and the Weight of Regret Have you ever experienced a profound sense of sadness and disappointment when reflecting on your career, realizing that you have not accomplished what you initially set out to achieve? Perhaps your life's plan is centered around pursuing a particular profession, securing a certain job, or joining… Continue reading From Dreams to Regrets: A Journey of Life Choices
Reflecting on Gratitude in Today's World Being thankful is not always easy, especially in our present world. Many of us tend to associate gratitude and thankfulness with the things we possess or lack. It's natural to compare ourselves to others, especially when the media often highlights those who have great wealth, while rarely showing those… Continue reading Thankfulness in a Challenging World: A Personal Journey
As the holiday season approaches, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who has taken the time to read my blogs and purchase my books. As both an enthusiastic reader and dedicated writer, it is truly rewarding to share my work with the world. With the tradition of gift giving upon us,… Continue reading Why Independent Authors Make Great Holiday Gifts
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