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  "Destiny is a Matter of Choice"

We always have choices in life. Our individual choices determine our destiny. On any day you can find people that make bad choices and create problems for themselves. Others have made better choices and the results show in their continued success.

Every decision you make determines where you will be in the future. Good or bad theses decisions are a road map of who you are and what is important to you. How you are remembered is a tally of all that you have done and no one will care why! Keep good will in your heart and reach out to others who need your friendship. You will get more in return from doing what is right than what feels good or sounds good in the moment. God bless you on your journey and may you surround yourself with good people with good hearts too

Surrounding yourself with people that have integrity is a powerful tool in life. When you have integrity, you live by your choices and your life will pan out better than most. You will be able to sleep nights and never have to look over your shoulder. Choose to have integrity. Choose to stand for something and to treat everyone the way you would like to be treated. If you do this, you will be fine in the eyes of your friends, family and God. "It matters"

People, Friends and Others that are important to me and have shaped my life in one way or another.

My parents. Dad was a man who's word was something you could count on. If it wasn't right he didn't put himself in a situation that he would have to explain his actions. Mom, always guided by her faith and commitment to doing what is right.Their desire to see their children succeed was paramount in their lives.

Siblings: Each of them have had an affect of my life. Regardless of our differences they have had an impact on my life. (don't have a lot of digital pictures of some family members)  

Unfortunately, I don't have any electronic pictures of my two older brothers! Shy!  The oldest is Roland. A very compassionate kind man, usually the life of the party, a joker and a dancer. Perfect guy to take to a wedding!

Also a thinker and someone that can make things happen. He has always been some one that knows how to enjoy the simple things in life.  Given the struggles he has undergone he has managed to keep his integrity and make me believe that anything in life is possible.   

Regi takes the # 2 spot in the family lineup! The only time he will ever take second place since he is absolutely the most competitive in the family and in life. Whether it is sports, games, a conversation or business he is the big dog in the game. You can be sure he knows what he is talking about since he always does his homework.

Balance is his most admirable asset. Family is first and work is a strong second. He loves what he does and deserves everything he works for. My only regrets are not having enough time with him growing up. He could have been a bigger influence if I let him.

  Denise "Doc" Our resident Shrink! Always a kind ear ready to help make you feel better about your life struggles. Aside from that she IS my little sister and watching out for her as we grew up was privilege. What is most admirable is this woman has never looked at anyone and seen the bad side. She always has hope that they are good inside until proven wrong.

Jasmine, her daughter is very lucky to have such a good mom. You are a gift to each other. Love you sis.

Marc, the youngest of the 5 and the best dad ever. He is a level headed well tempered and kind man. Thoughtful just begins to describe the heart and soul of a man with his kind of character.

Having lead his life by example he has affected many lives in a great way including mine. What I miss most was our one-on one conversations about "anything". I have the utmost respect for him.

"To The Love Of My Life"

I am lucky to have a wife like Anne that is so thoughtful and thinks of others as wells as myself. Life without her would not be the same. She gives me the balance I need to make each day a great day.

I love her compassion and her honesty. It is a gift to have someone in your life that is more than a wife, but a good friend as well. She is the better half! 

This song is for you sweetie....Click Here

Love, Respect, Friendship and Integrity .....They're Important. 

My Son Eric.  He has a great mom that nurtured him from cradle to adulthood. He has always had a sense of fairness and a great deal of respect for others. "don't sweat the small stuff"!, was his motto. His greatest gift to his friends and family is his love and desire to help others.

Eric turned his desire to help others into a career as a Physical Therapist. He has always had a knack for remembering peoples names (along with sports stats!) which made everything personal. Love You.

Friends (in no particular order!) Many friends have had an influence on my life. Some just because they had good hearts and showed compassion for others and were honest about their lives.

Steve and I on a visit to New England after years of not knowing where he is, I find him on the south shore of Bean Town enjoying a simple life.

He is a great example of a good nature guy, with a no nonsense approach to life that says what he feels and you knew exactly where he stood with you. Sort of a black and white type of guy. Even if you disagreed with him, you could respect his honesty.

Music has always been a big part of his life. The saddest news I ever heard was when he was no longer able to play. What is remarkable with Steve is that he picks up his boot straps and makes his way through the hardships he has dealt and moves on with a great attitude. A sweet and gentle man.

Arthur, my west coast brother!
This high school friend got close in later years while working as a sales rep for a major liquor company. He has always had a great sense of humor, a big heart and the ability to show you he cared and was there for you. 

Monday nights will NEVER be the same EVER. Laughing as hard as we did. It has always been the best medicine.

 No matter what the situation this friend always seems to be able to at least give you an ear. What I admire most is his giving spirit and willingness to step up when needed. 

I know that God has his eyes on you and will protect you and your loved ones. You are a good man. 


 

Bill "Pete" Sherwood. A genuine friend. A great leader and a man of faith and integrity. Since his passing I have been reminded daily of how integrity can change your life. Like all of us he had his shortcomings but he made up for it in his deeds. He lived his faith in a way that I had never witnessed. "God is Love", he would say.

I never got to hear "all of the stories" but the ones he shared or the ones that came from his wife and family impressed upon me that he was a good man.

Helping homeless families around DC and Katrina victims as well as sales reps that need help after hours...he was dedicated to help others. A quality, in my opinion, that is unsurpassed by any other act.  Even when he was sick he tried to shelter everyone from his pain so as to not cause them worry. When he passed, he said,"I am ready if the Lord wants to take me, not in a hurry though!"  

God rest your soul my "brother from another mother".

Ryan T. Some guys have it together. They know who they are, make no excuses and live an honest life. Although he is much younger there are days when he exhibits what seems to be years of wisdom.

Having experienced untimely losses of his own he understands that importance of family and friends and what it means to be there for the people in his life that need his friendship. His integrity is deeply ingrained in his day to day living. Someday he "will make a great daddy!"  

Nick F. Another young guy with everything going for him. He is now a proud papa of a newly born girl! Having worked side by side with Nick I grew to like him as a friend and respect him as a consummate professional.

Aside from his professional skills, which are amazing, his personal life is extremely well balanced and equally amazing. If you were trying to teach your child to be this good you might read the book about Nick. I only hope I am around long enough to more of what he will do with his life. 

Leaders are important. Integrity at it's best. His memory denotes patriotism and family.

President Reagan has shown how hard decisions have to be made in order to protect our way of life. I thank him daily for his love of country and his service.

As a family man he had set a good example for his children and generations to come. His romance with Nancy reminds me of my dads passion for my mom. I can see Ronald doting on Nancy all day.

For all that has been said about "43", President Bush had more heart than most presidents before him. He was misunderstood and misrepresented because of tainted reporting and political bias.

President George W. Bush was a man of remarkable integrity and history will show as such. He lead his life in Gods Favor putting his faith to work in everything he did, for family, friends and country. What more could you ask for?

After reading about his life and his path to the White House I am assured he was the right man at the right time. I will use his "compassionate conservative faith" as a guide for myself. I only hope to measure up in a small degree.

Thank you for your service to America and for the respect you brought to office of the president.


Many Thanks for what you have given me and making me part of your life....

My first session in sales training came from the "funny but serious sales genius....Zig!

I must have listened to every tape he made and even placed a few under my pillow at night, convinced that I would learn more while slept.

Who knew how it would affect my career! Thanks to Zig Ziglar and many others who followed it came in handy!




 
 Some of my better memories with co-workers in Fairfax. Big Boss "Bill" @ Shiner.

 Caleb - Scotty - Jeff - Bill - Miller - Myself - "RT", Ryan!

"The In-Laws"
I got lucky in this part of the deal! A lot of people complain about their in-laws but mine are great people. Leo, to have been able to teach and be a pharmacist is just amazing. I know your dedication to helping others didn't stop in the class room...it continues in every part of your life. Jackie, I love your sense of humor and am thankful to have you as my mother-in-law. No complaints :)




Then there is me! 

Most of the time I am trying to relax. The puppies are a fun bunch and they have no agenda that could mess up my day!


I try to live my life by treating others the way I would like to be treated. Guided by my desire to be helpful I will always be reaching out to anyone that has a good heart and is in need.

My life has been shaped by many factors, some good and some bad.

Regrets.....that I didn't meet my wife sooner! Other than that you have to work with what you have in front of you since the past cannot be changed.


To all that have been part of my life, I thank you for what you have brought to me. God Bless.

More to come as life develops like a mystery!

You are held accountable by your actions and beliefs.

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