Uganda is a beautiful country with amazing people. This is one of my favorite countries in all of Africa. The people of Uganda survived the troubles of 1967-1986 and emerged on their feet and smiling. In that short period, the country suffered at the whim of two despicable despots. One was the indisputably crazy Idi […]
My wife wants a separation! How to put your marriage back together
Your wife wants a separation. The words felt like a blow to your heart and body. The woman you adore, the only woman you’ve ever built your life on, now she’s decided she doesn’t want to be your wife anymore. She wants out and she wants it to happen very soon. It’s understandable why you […]
Message to Coach Mendenhall – Let your Cougars loose!
During BYU’s road trip to face Florida State this weekend, I learned a few things about the uphill battle the Cougar football team (and BYU athletics in general) constantly faces that I don’t think I quite understood. before what I experienced during the last few days. I grew up in Tallahassee, playing my first two […]
Health risks of using cell phones
While cell phones are very useful in today’s society and have been used to help save many people’s lives, the downside of cell phones poses a very serious health risk. I sometimes ask cell phone users this question: “what is the difference between a microwave oven and a cell phone?” They all admit they don’t […]
Interior design ideas for modern houses
Interior design is the most interesting concept that is the subject of much enjoyment for home owners and builders. If you like to play with floors, ceilings, kitchen area, laundry area, furniture and spaces, interior design is for you. Today, it has greatly revolutionized and homeowners along with builders are designing innovative and creative interiors […]
How well does your marketing message translate?
You don’t have to look at the results of the 2000 US Census to see how diverse our population is becoming. Just look around you. The complexion of your workplace, your market, and the street you live on is changing, and for most industries, a target audience will include non-native English speakers. As more people […]
Clutter and hoarding: rest first before decluttering, organizing and cleaning
You may be thinking, “What? He wants me to rest first? I have too much to do.” Well, does pushing yourself to exhaustion, thinking you’ll get more done, really work? Will you really do more things? Or will you just move at a half pace, doing a half job? And will you feel good or […]
What not to eat if you have frequent heartburn
People looking to experience heartburn relief will often need to modify their diets in the process. In some cases, people experience chronic heartburn as a result of an underlying condition that can only be treated through direct medical intervention. In other cases, people’s diets and lifestyles predispose them to experiencing repeated episodes of heartburn. Much […]
The Do’s and Don’ts of Karate Etiquette
Have you ever walked into a karate school and wondered what all the rigid hierarchy and bowing is about? Are you currently a new member of a karate studio and wondering what all the foreign words and chants mean? Or are you an avid student still wondering what it all means when you walk into […]
Meditation for those who like it simple
Although I practice meditation regularly, I myself am no stranger to the endless chatter of the inner voice that must speak due to stress, discomfort, worry, or simply overload. To find my zen in a moment of notice or need to escape, quiet and calm, I have devised a simple and quick method for even […]