I love my life!

I was invited to go to a home where their mother had suffered a similar stroke just about 4 months ago. She was amazing! Her drive is shown by her beautiful family. I am recommitting myself to exercising daily and reading out loud books that are worthy.

I canonize golf!

Saving Strokes, a program of the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, had a free event yesterday (2012au29we1000-1300) designed to encourage stroke survivors like me to get out and be active with a game of golf at East Bay Golf Course.

I don't like watching golf but I found ways physically of getting my body back to normalcy through putting and driving.

Unconquerable Soul

 The whole idea about this blog site became a reality for me on Saturday December 31, 2011 around 10:30 at night when I was led to BYUtv's website. Only through divine providence was I led. It would take a guided professional to get through the maze except for me it was a blessing from on high. I was led to "the Butterfly Circus", a youtube version of a short inspirational film. From there I was led to a talk in which the poem Invictus really resonated with me. I hope it will resonate with you.

Invictus by William Earnest Henley
"Out of the night that covers me,
Black as the Pit from pole to pole,
I thank whatever gods may be
For my unconquerable soul.

"In the fell clutch of circumstance,
I have not winced nor cried aloud:
Under the bludgeonings of chance
My head is bloody, but unbowed.

"It matters not how straight the gate,
How charged with punishments the scroll.
I am the master of my fate:
I am the captain of my soul."

Cashflow 101

Last night my family slept over at the Parks home to play "Cashflow 101".

I never had played Cashflow but I knew that many of our friends loved to play it. So we put the kids to bed, broke open the snacks, and delved into the game. I was surprised how involved the game became. The game began at around 8:30 pm and didn't let up until 2:30 the following morning (but Matt and I didn't quit even though the game was officially over). I thought it was an eye opener to the cashflow mentality. I loved it! I can't wait to play it again.

Days of 47 Parade

Pioneer themes brought different causes together for 'the Days of 47 Parade'. My kids and I camped out for the day watching KSL the Days of 47 parade broadcast, eating, and lounging around. I took a needed nap since I was up 'til 2 this morning finding insights on the computer.

My wife had other plans. She, stalwart as ever, became aware of the need to help at Modbod clothing warehouse today. She and a couple of the Jacots got hired at Modbod clothing at hourly wages for the day (plus free clothing ;) !)

UVU Personal Financial Planning Banquet

My wife, who is a CFP (Certified Financial Planner) and I were invited to UVU's Personal Financial Planning banquet catered by UVU's Culinary Arts program. It was one of the best meals I have ever had, however Ed Morrow, the quest speaker, who founded Financial Planning Consultants back in 1969 spoke. He currently serves as Chairman and CEO of the International Association of Registered Financial Consultants, which under his leadership has grown from 648 to over 8,000. In his speech, he was telling of the potential for life insurance salesmen educating business owners and creating the need. He also showed how they can fulfill the need through life insurance. After he finished and the presentation was done, Deanna and I introduced ourselves. It was more than a coincidence. It was destiny.

Bewail unwritten...I turn over a new leaf

I appologize from the bottom of my heart! My not writing was deplorable! I don't know what to say except I will turn over a new leaf and reform to do better.

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