Can you dig it?

I am reading a lot more history. Of course, now that I am older and have read a lot of books on what transpired, I would be an Indian if we were playing Cowboys and Indians. Smile.

This morning, I read Life-Changing, Cross-Cultural Friendships by Gary Chapman. It was a good look into some of the important dynamics of our difficulties and advantages when getting to know people unlike us. The illustrations and stories are insightful and helpful in improving our overall understanding of different cultures. Pointedly, it’s suggested that it won’t come by casual interactions, but an understanding of each other is through knowledgeable friendships. Up close and very personal.

We don’t know what we don’t know. I’m thankful that I have personal knowledge and experience of having a disease. It’s made my perspective much more in alignment with what some people are going through. I know just a tiny fraction, and I can tell you that it can be a living hell. I like what someone from across the waters said: “If you are going through hell, keep going.” Winston Spencer Churchill.

This weekend is a peek at the prism of many who believe that after the hell of our diseases, conditions, and experiences of life: death, divorce, bankruptcy of health, and wealth, we can keep going. I’ll stop here because I don’t want to raise the hair on some folks’ backs. I’ll just say, He is risen. Enough said. Do what works for you. You need a parachute for your executive job. You and I definitely need one for the exit plan of this life. Simplysaidbysimon, work it, work it with ALS – A Loving Savior. Thanks to every person who said this.

Author of ALS: A Life Surrendered, Flowers of the Heart, Prayers: Simply Said By Simon, and Imminent Death: Living with a Terminal Disease.