The past is not a prophet; at best, it is only a teacher. So, what have I learned over the years? In this newsletter: The last 3 months of Fran's journey with dementia were difficult. That is my excuse for not writing my newsletter for some time. But I'm back. I discovered many things about the twists and turns of aging. I have much to write. My wife, Fran. Weeks ahead you'll learn about happiness and challenges you will face as we grow old together. You are going to want to change your 'now...
2 months ago • 7 min read
The past is not a prophet; at best, it is only a teacher. So, what have I learned over the years? What Makes Some People Grow Better With Age? These 5 Quotes Hold the Secret. The best aging keeps the heart warm, curious, and alive. One of my favorite Bible verses is this: “This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice.” Psalms 118:24. This is why I see each day as a gift; I want to treat it as one. I’m sure you do as well. We old-timers are still walking on the top side of the grass. Some...
6 months ago • 4 min read
I write from the premise that the past is not a prophet; at best, it is only a teacher. So, what has the past taught us? This newsletter contains a slogan I wrote 39 years ago. Yet, I still use it today to keep me stable when in a transition. What we ignore. Wisdom for the journey. One more thing. When I turned 70, I retired. I thought that would be the last time in my life that I would be in transition. Wow, was I wrong. In my eighties, I'm again transitioning. My wife lives miles from me in...
6 months ago • 5 min read
In this issue. What Will You Do With the Choices Before You? Can memory be preserved despite the advancement of age? A bit of wisdom. One last thing. What Will You Do With the Choices Before You? The choices I made to become a better person. Choices Made, Action Taken, Makes Us. I once heard Pastor David Jeremiah say, “No one drifts toward holiness.” That was over 20 years ago; it stayed with me. It reminds me that the kind of person I become isn’t accidental. It's shaped by small, daily...
6 months ago • 4 min read
In this issue. What Will You Do With the Choices Before You? Can memory be preserved despite the advancement of age? A bit of wisdom. One last thing. What Will You Do With the Choices Before You? The choices I made to become a better person. Choices Made, Action Taken, Makes Us. I once heard Pastor David Jeremiah say, “No one drifts toward holiness.” That was over 20 years ago; it stayed with me. It reminds me that the kind of person I become isn’t accidental. It's shaped by small, daily...
6 months ago • 4 min read
In this post, I'll share a scripture that stopped me in my tracks. And how it nudged me to do something I might have otherwise walked past. Additionally, I’ll leave you with three meaningful quotes and a wisdom nugget to help you navigate this journey we call life. And I'll help you to understand why we call Bluetooth :Bluetooth. But first I want you, my reader, to know where I come from. Allow me to explain. Especially in writing what some would call self-help. In a way, it is. But I don't...
7 months ago • 4 min read
I write from the premise that the past is not a prophet; at best, it is only a teacher. So, what has the past taught us? In this newsletter you'll read my devotional. Three eye-opening quotes and a bit of wisdom to carry you through the day. I'm so glad you're here. How difficult it is to forgive. What now? Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. Colossians 3:13. NLT. Just yesterday, while driving...
8 months ago • 1 min read
I write from the premise: the past is not a prophet; at best, it is only a teacher. So, what has the past taught us? The Change That Changed Us. All forms of dementia have insidious designs. Be sure you read my encouragement at the very end. Yes, go ahead and read it now, but come back and read my account. It’s been a year since Fran fell, went to the hospital, then rehab, and moved her to Memory Care at Legend of Lititz, PA.This was not a total shock since my wife had the diagnosis of mixed...
9 months ago • 3 min read
I write from the premise: The past is not a prophet; at best, it is only a teacher. So, what has the past taught us? Richard has a question for you to consider. One Question Let's get ready for the new year. The answers you give to this question will put you on the right path in the new year. How can a question written thousands of years ago have an impact on our lives in 2026? You need to answer this question. Or at least give it a lot of thought. That is, if you want to improve your life...
10 months ago • 3 min read