by Perry Chinn | Nov 30, 2012 | Uncategorized
“We acquire the strength we have overcome.” –Ralph Waldo Emerson, American writer One of the great things about life is the ability to see the road we have traveled and appreciate the journey. As a parent I watch my children and one part of me...
by Perry Chinn | Nov 26, 2012 | Uncategorized
“Show me a thoroughly satisfied man and I will show you a failure.” – Thomas Alva Edison As humans we tend to create absolutes. In areas of truth, in wisdom, in stature. Once established an icon can subsequently be found to have...
by Perry Chinn | Nov 20, 2012 | Uncategorized
The subject of heart disease hits close to home with me. One of the most difficult memories I have was watching my grandfather weaken and die. He died of heart disease the year after I graduated from high school. I remember traveling as a young kid to his house...
by Perry Chinn | Nov 16, 2012 | Uncategorized
“Many of our fears are tissue-paper-thin, and a single courageous step would carry us clear through them.” –Brendan Francis Behan, Irish writer Appearances can be very deceiving. What may be insubstantial can feel at times as big as a...
by Perry Chinn | Nov 7, 2012 | Uncategorized
Well, it is the day after the elections and the sun still rose. Some folks are partying, some grumbling and some resigned to make the best of it. We believe, or try to believe, in a system that gives voice to those who feel insignificant. A chance...
