It's Worth Your Wage - A Guide to a Fresh Start!

#42 1/22/2025 I've Seen Wonders: Reflections on Life's Moments Introduction: Life is a tapestry woven with experiences, each moment a thread that adds depth and color. Recently, I found myself reflecting on the extraordinary and everyday sights that have shaped my journey. Inspired by a rare snowfall in Louisiana, I wrote a poem titled "I've Seen," capturing snapshots of my life. In this blog, I break down each part of the poem, sharing the stories and emotions behind these moments. I've Seen I've seen volcanoes at rest, Their mighty peaks in calmest jest, From the Philippines to Italy, Their silent strength humbling me. I've seen dolphins on a Guam sunset, swim in sync, A fleeting dance at twilight's brink. I've seen the wintry days of Delaware accumulate ice and snow, A frozen world where whispers grow. I've seen the Statue of Liberty with her torch held high, A beacon of hope against the sky. I've seen the Vietnam Wall, so solemn and...

  #41 - 01/05/2025 Embracing Goals Over Resolutions: My 2025 Journey Begins On this day in 2012, I sat down with a sheet of paper, divided it in two, and created what I called a "Rebuild List." At the time, it felt like a lifeline—a tool to climb out of my biggest setbacks and regain control of my life. What started as a desperate measure has since evolved into a structured system for setting actionable, meaningful goals that guide my journey every year. Over the years, I’ve refined this process by revisiting old journals, notes, and plans. As I look back through the records I’ve kept since 2014, I see a clear progression—a story of growth, learning, and transformation. Each page reveals small steps forward, occasional setbacks, and the undeniable power of persistence. In 2020, a pivotal moment reshaped my commitment to personal growth. Just days before the first pandemic case was reported in the U.S., I resolved to make that year one of profound change. I picked up a book ...