24 Monday Feb 2020
Posted in Bonus Content, Book Review
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Goals, habits, Jack Canfield, Janet Switzer, Principles, Roadmap, Strategies, Success
I’ve been a fan of Jack Canfield since I read my first Chicken Soup for the Soul book. This book was a terrific read and provides some great ideas on things we can do to improve our lives. I really enjoyed this one and highly recommend it to you, my readers. You can find it on Amazon, iBooks, Google Books, and Barnes & Noble.
Until next time…
Dave
23 Sunday Feb 2020
Posted in Bonus Content, Book Review
Click on the link above to read my review. I just finished it today and boy, is this book the right book at the right time.
Have a great Sunday, folks!
Until next time…
Dave
09 Sunday Feb 2020
Posted in Bonus Content, Thank you
It’s always a nice surprise to check in on Daily Ramblings and see new comments or new followers. Thanks so much for making my day. We gained a few followers over the weekend and I appreciate it.
For those of you who are new. Here is my posting schedule:
Monday – Motivation
Tuesday – Ted Talk
Wednesday – Wisdom
Thursday – Thankful
Friday – Funny
Saturday – Spiritual
Sunday – Spread Your Wings
Bonus Content – Whenever I get the nudge
Thanks again for following Daily Ramblings. I hope you continue to enjoy my content.
Until next time…
Dave
14 Saturday Dec 2019
Posted in Bonus Content
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Christmas, Gratitude, Holidays, Sacrifice, Separation, Service, Serving Abroad, Soldiers, Thanks
The Night Before Christmas
T’was the night before Christmas, he lived all alone in a one bedroom house, made of plaster and stone.
I had come down the chimney with presents to give, and to see just who in this home did live.
I looked all about, a strange sight I did see: no tinsel, no presents, not even a tree.
No stocking by the mantle, just boots filled with sand; on the wall hung pictures of far distant lands.
With medals and badges, awards of all kinds, a sober thought came through my mind.
For this house was different, it was dark and dreary. I found the home of a soldier, at once I could see clearly.
The soldier lay sleeping; silent, alone, curled up on the floor, in this one bedroom home. Not how I pictured a US soldier.
Was this the hero of whom I’d just read, curled up on a poncho, the floor for a bed?
I realized the families that I saw this night, owed their lives to these soldiers who were willing to fight.
Soon ’round the world, the children would play and grownups would celebrate a bright Christmas Day.
They all enjoyed freedom, each month of the year, because of the soldiers like the one lying here.
I couldn’t help wonder how many lay alone on a cold Christmas Eve in a land far from home.
The very thought brought a tear to my eye; I dropped to my knees and started to cry.
The soldier awakened and I heard a rough voice, “Santa, don’t cry. This life is my choice.
I fight for freedom, I don’t ask for more; my life is my God, my country, my corps.”
The soldier rolled over and drifted to sleep; I couldn’t control it, I continued to weep.
I kept watch for hours, so silent and still, and we both shivered from the cold night’s chill.
I didn’t want to leave on that cold, dark night, this guardian of honor, so willing to fight.
Then the soldier rolled over, with a voice soft and pure, whispered, “Carry on Santa, it’s Christmas Day, all is secure.”
One look at my watch and I knew he was right, “Merry Christmas my friend, and to all a good night.”
Scrapbook.com I do not know who the original author of this is, but wanted to cite the website I found it on. If you, or someone knows who the original author is, please reply in the comments, I will edit this and replace it with the original copyright owner. I had to share this. It warms my heart every time I read it.
28 Thursday Nov 2019
Posted in Bonus Content, Thanksgiving
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Creamed Peas, family, Friends, Good times, Holiday, Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Thanksgiving, Turkey
Here’s a shot of my Dad (left), Mom, Sister, and her boyfriend. In the picture on the right is yours truly on the far left. We had turkey, mashed potatoes, creamed sweet peas, stuffing, and mom’s homemade cranberry sauce, which goes really well with breast meat.
Later we’ll dive into pumpkin pie.
For those of you that celebrate, I wish you and yours a great Thanksgiving!
Until next time..
Dave
18 Monday Nov 2019
Posted in Bonus Content, Online Course Review
Tags
Gaining Knowledge, Getting Unstuck, Life-long Learning, moving forward, online courses, Practical Learning, Tutorials
MS Publisher Course @ Udemy.com
I always joke with my Mom and Dad about having all the world’s books on my phone. I also joke about all the world’s music on my phone and how nice it is to be able to access books, music, and movies anywhere I am. Another benefit of the technological advances we enjoy is the ability to take online courses.
I present a discussion each month at our local library about various philosophical and religious topics. The topic I have selected for December is on Dreams. My local leadership has decided to begin postering for these events so that the public is more aware of what we are doing and will have the option to attend. Guess who got assigned to create the poster? (laugh).
I didn’t know what other people in my organization were using to create posters in their areas, so I reached out. They came back with PowerPoint, Adobe Illustrator, and MS Publisher. Since MS Publisher is part of my MS Office 365 subscription, this is what I went with. As soon as I opened it up, I realized that I had no idea what I was doing. So, I began looking for a tutorial or course I could take. My search helped me find an MS Publisher course on Udemy!
Since I’m very familiar with the Udemy platform, I paid the $12 for the course. Note: If you get on Udemy and find a course you want that is more than $10-12, wait. They have sales all year long and it will get into this range at some point. If you really need to take a course in a particular topic area, keep looking. You will find a course that meets your price range and will deliver the content you are looking for.
The course is composed of 1-3 minute presentations on each part of the platform and advances all the way to creating a project and finishing it. I like bite-size presentations that I can take each day and then practice on the real application afterwards. The course link is above. You may not have any need for MS Publisher, but you may need to learn something else. Google it. You’ll find what you are looking for on one of the online education platforms or on YouTube.
I wanted to show that regardless of the problem you are facing, you can find a solution. Whenever we embark on doing something that is unfamiliar, you can find a place to learn easily on the Internet. Don’t let a lack of knowledge hold you back from your dream. The knowledge you seek is only a few mice clicks away.
If you are taking an online course that you really enjoy, send a link to me in the comments.
I’m always looking for the next great course to take!
Until next time…
Dave
18 Monday Nov 2019
Posted in Bonus Content, Book Review
Elastic Habits by Stephen Guise
I just finished this book, and it’s awesome. Stephen takes habit formation to the next level in this book and I am excited to put his strategies to work. Luckily, I’ve already begun this process. Stephen’s book confirmed I was on the right track.
I can’t recommend this book enough. Get it. It’s only 7.99 on Amazon (Kindle version only). It is also a really easy read. I finished it in a day.
Until next time…
Dave
14 Thursday Nov 2019
Posted in Bonus Content
I don’t know about you, but there are a few shows I enjoy watching repeatedly. The West Wing is mine. It’s been on Netflix for years. I never tire of watching it. If you’ve never watched this show and you enjoy political drama, give this show a watch. It doesn’t disappoint.
Here’s a link if you’d like to get a look at the cast and read about it: The West Wing
I wanted to share this with you because it has entertained me for years.
Until next time…
Dave
18 Friday Oct 2019
Posted in Bonus Content
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Chosin, Eisenhower, Inchon, Korean War, MacArthur, Truman, Video, YouTube
I was prompted to watch this video after starting to read a book on the Korean War. It’s long (about an hour and a half), but it’s a pretty good overview of the conflict.
Enjoy!
Until next time…
17 Tuesday Sep 2019
Posted in Bonus Content
If you don’t want to read this article, check out the video at the top. It’s about 3 minutes. What are the top 5? You’ll have to click on the link to find out! I promise it’s worth your time.
Until next time…
Dave
