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What book could you read over and over again?

Say that over and over again, and you get tongue tied.

It is a book in the Bible where most people overlook.

At first read, it may seem depressing, but as you continue, the words open up and speak of life and how life lives.

To everything, there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.

Every time I read a chapter, it holds a new meaning to me. I begin to think about life and how I live it before God.

It is my ancient self-help book.

It is a book of wisdom and how to trust in God.

What job would you do for free?

There are so many people out there who are lonely. It does not matter their age. Young or elderly being lonely can be a state of mind, but it is also a condition for some that will not change.

A smile or a kind word does not cost anything. Calling someone up on the phone or visiting someone for even a few minutes can make a sad day a blessing.

Blessings are not only for the receiver but for the giver as well.

Take time for someone else and see where that short moment will take you.

What Olympic sports do you enjoy watching the most?

I think it is so graceful and beautiful to watch. Every move is calculated and perfect.

I tried that type of swimming in high school, and it is not easy.

You have to be able to hold your breath for long periods of time and move with a fluidity that could only come with practice.

It is amazing.

How would you improve your community?

A place where I live and those who dwell there with me.

I try to give to those in need. Helping those who are hungry by giving to the local food bank.

I pray for my neighbors even when they have no faith and they do not know my name.

I volunteer to help at conferences in the kitchen, or I donate food for the gathering.

I don’t broadcast my deeds because I don’t want the praise. It is not being humble it is who I am.

What are your morning rituals? What does the first hour of your day look like?

The first thing I do is thank the Lord for another day.

Then, if you must know, I relieve myself of stuff. That is private.

First forty five minutes, I pray and read the Bible. I spend time with the Lord. I ask for his guidance with my decisions and my behavior. I also ask for protection for my family and myself throughout the day. I write my thoughts down in my blog, and then I prep for my day.

Sometimes I don’t publish my thoughts but I write them nevertheless.

When you were five, what did you want to be when you grew up?

At five years old, I wanted to continue to be me. I wanted to laugh to run around and make merry. I wanted to be free and enjoy the sunshine. At the end of the day, I wanted to hug my Mommy and Daddy and beat up my mean sisters.

I love a simple life.

What’s something most people don’t understand?

It is just a simple prayer to ask the Lord into your heart. Saying the words: Lord, I am a sinner. Come into my heart, Lord Jesus, and save me.

Easy. Simple. Powerful and life changing for the best forever.

How has technology changed your job?

In my industry, technology is everything. Going from analog to digital is wonderful. Things are faster, better, and clearer. I don’t need to think so hard. Whenever there is a mistake, I blame the computer.

Can’t live with them and can’t live without them.

How often do you say “no” to things that would interfere with your goals?

Saying no sometimes can be hard. I have never taken stock on how often I say no to things that will interfere with my goals.

However, my time is important to any project I am working on. I must learn to say no and get on with my focus. People are always tugging me in different directions, taking up my time. I need to evaluate, step back, and make a decision.

Hopefully, in that order.

Who was your most influential teacher? Why?

Yes, I am a follower of Jesus Christ, and his word teaches me how to live a life pleasing to God. 

Humanly speaking, I had an English teacher in high school who encouraged me to be brave. I qualified and participated in my first English literature contest. I didn’t win, but it opened my eyes to see a part of my potential.

The sky is the limit, baby.