Michael's Lessons Learned from Living

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Monday, October 20, 2025

You Can't Make This Up

Life often hits you in your heart. I make it a point to focus on the positive things in life. Yet heartache is always around the corner. You just can't make this up. For the second time in my 17 years of singing in the men's chorus. One of my close friends and fellow singers passed away. Death will... Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, October 18, 2025

Pity Parties Don't Require Members.

I was listening to my favorite gospel radio station on my way to the dry cleaners. And I began to emotionally break down. Now the last couple of years have been challenging. The last 3 months have been harder. I thought I had emotionally overcome the experience. Obviously, I am grateful that my wife... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, October 13, 2025

Boston Busing Program Leads to A Great Career

In the 70's, the Boston Desegregation busing crisis was front and center. Parents did not want their children to be sent out of their neighborhoods. Why would anyone want to send our children to other schools? Parents rioted in protest. The outcome for one family would not only change one young... Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, October 11, 2025

Howling At The Moon

The other day, while driving to work at 6:00 am, the moon looked so close. That if you had a ladder, you could touch it. The moon was totally picture perfect. A full, clear sky, with no clouds to block the view. When I was younger, I thought the moon appeared so clear and close because of the clear,... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, October 10, 2025

Can One Person Make A Difference ?

This question has often been debated. Frequently, we use it as an excuse to do nothing. We say to ourselves, "I am only one person." I have no power. I am not wealthy, smart, etc Our self-esteem issues have been nurtured from birth. Society has promoted this myth to control the rise of confidence in... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, October 6, 2025

School Systems are Banning Cell Phones from Classes

I often complain about losing face time with my grandchildren when they were given cell phones. It is one of the drawbacks of technology. Before they received their iPhones. I enjoyed talking to them regularly. Gone are those days. Whether they are in the car or the house, they seem to be... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, October 5, 2025

ICE Aint Nice

This Sunday, I ask that we pray for the people of the U.S., especially those who have the least protection under the law. I came across a most important story about the power of ICE. It truly highlights the extent to which our government has become corrupt. Why isn't everyone protesting? I don't... Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, October 4, 2025

The Write(Right) Words To Say

Good Morning, everyone. Every day is a blessing. This is my truth. It is medicine for my soul. These words allow me to appreciate every second, minute, and hour of every day. When you elevate the way you look at life. It motivates you to get the most out of every day. Nothing and no one should be... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, October 3, 2025

More Than Meets The Eye Conclusion

Yesterday I shared some knowledge I received from the school where I transport my students. It is a special needs school in Annandale, VA, at the end of yesterday's post. I shared some information about the IQ of the students who attend there. The instructor was enlightening us about the students... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, October 2, 2025

More than Meets the Eye

Yesterday I attended a safety and security meeting at the school where I transport my students. My students are labeled as special needs. The information I received from the meeting was mind-blowing. You see, I expected a meeting centered around school bus and van safety on the school grounds. The... Sign in to see full entry.

About this Blog

Michael's Lessons from life is my view of the lessons I have learned from the simple to the complex. My father and mother, blessed me with a simple, non complicated way of living and loving life. In a world where it seems the negative has taken over. I want to share a positive, enlightened view of the world as I have experienced it. Including my view of what is happening today.