I do a lot of banking with Bank of America and they continue to struggle with thinking small. I received a voice mail regarding one of my retirement accounts and I returned the call within 5 minutes. It took BofA almost 20 minutes to figure out why somebody called me. Sometimes I just have to shake my head.

We finally received a break in the weather this weekend and this allowed some time for Spring cleaning. Washed the cars and cleaned out all the dirt and grime that was built up from the winter. Also, set the clocks forward to accommodate Eastern Daylight Saving time. It’s tough to adjust in the beginning, but I do like the extra daylight in the evening. The morning light will catch up in a month or so. Spring is also the time for fresh business ideas! Looking forward to all the new challenges ahead.

I listened to a talk by Tim Keller and he suggested that the Source of our Spiritual Deadness is believing that our standing with God is based on performance. This was the point of the parable of the prodigal son in Matthew. The good son was expecting everything from his father because he did all the right things. Our goal should be to obey God in order to get more of God, Resemble God and Delight in God. This is our true reward.

As a sales guy, I am on the phone a lot talking with prospects. For the most part, people understand how business works and will politely say no if there is no interest. However, you do come across bad apples from time to time which can really impact your attitude. I think the ability to not let let the bad apples distract you is one of the keys to success in sales and building a business. I go to the gym a couple days a week because it helps me withstand the bruises that come up during the day.

March has arrived and I am hearing all the rumblings about spring activities. Spring training, March Madness, Easter, Spring Break, Spring Forward and lawn mower maintenance. All this spring chatter and we have a snow storm coming in tomorrow. Weather is unpredictable especially here in Virginia!

Excited to start on the NAB project this morning. Schools are closed again today due to fog in the air. Are we getting to soft? I just hope my kids don’t look for any excuse to avoid work and school.

My niece experienced kidney failure last night and everything went on pause. She is at Johns Hopkins this morning and will get the care she needs to overcome the virus that has inflicted her body. This type of event really hits home when a person in the family becomes ill. All prayers and energy get devoted to her recovery.

The snow is gently falling in Fredericksburg this morning. We will probably end up with 3 to 4 inches. I was still able to get out early and go to the gym. God has instilled in me a sense of discipline about my workouts because he knows it helps me mentally. The kids are off today and I will need to manage all the fun and distractions as I try to complete my work. Virginia is a great place to live because the four seasons come to us with all its glory and shapes.

Doing my best to focus my heart on the needs of others. This will help me in my Christian walk and keep me from being selfish.

Just started reading a book about a young lady with MS who received some practical advice about fighting her illness. The advice in a nutshell is “To take your mind off yourself, start looking to give.” Stay tuned for my thoughts as I work through the book. I want to become more of a giver, so this should be interesting.