Michael's Lessons Learned from Living

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Saturday, May 2, 2026

Family Judgement Overload

Never in my life would I have believed that my family would turn on me in the name of love. It's funny, but I kind of see the same thing happening in America. Well-meaning people who have determined that they have all the answers. That they have all the evidence. Yet in the end, they forgot to talk... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

My Anniversary Music Tale

As the years go by. I remember where I was when I first met my wife. Finding someone who truly loves you. Is not easy. When you have been in relationships that meant a lot to you. Yet they didn't work out. You tend to be skeptical of ever finding your special mate. Saturday was our 29th wedding... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Too Many Doctor Appointments

This week and last week, I used my break to attend to Dr. Appointments. It is a pain in the you-know-where. Yet it is better to know than to be blindsided. Life never stops teaching us lessons. So far, all my appointments have been filled with good news. I have been going to my Cardiologist for... Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, April 18, 2026

The Quest for a Fullfilling Life

Like all of you, it was a crazy week. My week was mentally and physically busy. One thing I have discovered about myself is that I like staying busy. Now, having shared that, I still complain that I have too much to do. At the same time, I enjoy being needed. I believe that, especially as you get... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, April 13, 2026

The Kingdom of Can Do

Welcome to the Kingdom of Can Do. Which is located on the other side of Can't Do. Near the no-confidence valley. The Kingdom of Can Do is a place built in the mind of those who achieve their goals. They are, for the most part, humble. It often seems impossible to get to the Can Do region. Although... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, April 12, 2026

Do It Yourself Furniture Weekend Challenge

Now I know I am a little crazy. Because I like to put together DIY furniture. The craziness comes from the fact that it can sometimes drive you crazy. This 2-man project took a day and a half. I started on Friday and finished Saturday afternoon. I love the challenge of building something with my own... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, April 10, 2026

Quotes From a Gameshow Host

My grandmother loved to watch Password. Many years later, I find myself watching old game shows on Roku. They have a show called Buzzr. My wife watches it in the morning before work. Today I was off, and I woke up in time to see" The Show Password with Allen Ludden". At the end of his show, he... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, April 9, 2026

Life Is Complicated Or Is It.

Lately, I have been struggling with the care of my mom. So I called my sister yesterday to give her an update on my mom's condition. I just wanted to let her know what has been reported about her state of mind. My Alabama family has been complicating my state of mind. My cousin Zeola has been the... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Something To Think About

As I look back at my life with honesty. Looking at my mistakes and my victories. One question humbles me. How much better would my life be? If I believed in God more than I believed in my own abilities. From Day 1. We start life with a small belief that God can help us do the impossible. When I am... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, April 6, 2026

Using Fear As Motivation

The older I get, the more I understand that fear is not always negative. The best example can be found in the following verses: Proverbs 1:7 and 9:10 declare that the "fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge/wisdom," meaning true understanding starts with recognizing God's authority. Many... 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.