Author Archives: directimpact

I have been going back and forth with BofA about eliminating my 4.50 monthly maintenance fee on my Health Savings Account. Keep in mind, I have 3 checking accounts, a savings account, mortgage, 2 credit cards and investment accounts. It … Continue reading →

Listened to a great sermon by Dick Foth at National Theatre Church. He gave an example of being focused on loving others when entering a room. Instead of coming into a room with an attitude of “Here I Am!” try … Continue reading →

My wife has come down with what everybody else seems to have in the community- running nose, sore throat, fatigue etc. She was going to go to the doctor, but I became defensive and told her to let the virus … Continue reading →

Made the Surface Pro 3 purchase yesterday! I like the mobility of this solution and look forward to the change. There will be some bumps during the transition and I need to accept this as part of any move forward.

We have not received a lot of snow here in Fredericksburg, VA this year. Today we are expecting a big dose of the white stuff and the local school system has already shut down. The reaction is extreme, but I … Continue reading →

I will be leaving for Williamsburg on Saturday for the President’s Day Cup soccer tournament. The first game is at 8:00 AM and the temperature might hit 30 degrees. It will be even worse on Sunday. I question the wisdom … Continue reading →

Caring for others is really something that I can push under the rug if I don’t make it an active priority. Like most of us, I lean toward focusing on my own challenges on a daily basis. Every day I … Continue reading →

I make a living getting objective member and customer feedback for my clients. However, when my wife offered constructive feedback on one of my presentations I became defensive. To grow, I need to put aside my ego and emotions and … Continue reading →

I read a quote at a restaurant the other day and it really made me chuckle. Orson Wells was asking his doctor what he could do to lose weight. The doctor said, “Quit having intimate dinners for four and start … Continue reading →

There were many years where my only time spent with God was at church. The only problem is you can’t grow in rows. Real growth comes in circles or small groups. You can share thoughts on the bible and how … Continue reading →