by Bruce McIntyre | Jan 4, 2021 | Spiritual Stuff
Outside Observations #132 degrees. 5:00am. January 1, 2021. Winds dying down. The last remnants of a fresh snowfall flit about in the air.As I place the morning’s first footprints in the new fallen snow, I am struck by at least 3 virtues of snow:1. Snow reflects...
by Bruce McIntyre | Jan 4, 2021 | Resilience
Intentional MovesHow do you think about resolutions, goals, and strategies for a new year?If you have a system that works, keep it up! But perhaps, these thoughts will add some value or new dimensions to how you think about it.1. Embrace your Intentional Growth...
by Bruce McIntyre | Dec 11, 2020 | Resilience
People You Notice #5 She was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at age 38,With twin boys and a demanding medical practice,Her debilitating symptoms progressed along with her drive.She has now raised over a million dollars for research,And become a beacon of hope for...
by Bruce McIntyre | Dec 4, 2020 | Serendipity
People You Notice #4 She had no business being that chipper. But her persistent, upbeat aura jumpstarted my own renewed sense of joy. In the coffee drive thru line, I listened to an audio book. Then, as I pulled up to the window, she appeared. Big mask on…complete...
by Bruce McIntyre | Nov 27, 2020 | Serendipity
What happens then? It’s just a sandwich. Except that, we only eat this sandwich once a year. Leftover turkey, dressing, and cranberry sauce in between two slices of white bread…the kind that sticks to the roof of your mouth. Sometimes, a dab of mayonnaise piques the...
by Bruce McIntyre | Nov 20, 2020 | Spiritual Stuff
Souls in the Shadows #1 I was holding his hand when he died.In the middle of a prayer over his soul,That beautiful soul rose up over us,Holy and free,Released from Intensive Care. After many bouts with pneumonia and multiple treatments,His lungs were finished.They...
by Bruce McIntyre | Nov 18, 2020 | Serendipity
People You Notice #3 Sitting in the waiting area, I settled in to an uncomfortable session of pre-appointment fidgeting and boredom. Waiting rooms are kind of like airplane flights. No one really enjoys it. You just want to get to your destination as quickly and...
by Bruce McIntyre | Nov 18, 2020 | Serendipity
People You Notice #2 Unseasonably warm, my wife and I slipped over to a new restaurant to sit on the patio during Covid season for an early Friday night date. Situated by the water with the sun directly in my face, I wore my aviators as we dined on calamari and pizza....
by Bruce McIntyre | Nov 18, 2020 | Serendipity
People You Notice #1 She has a quiet demeanor,Observant, peaceful, and curious,Allowing the conversation of others to dominate.But when she does get a word in,It is profound. She cares for her husband well,Through many years of Parkinson’s,On a slow, downward...
by Bruce McIntyre | Nov 18, 2020 | Spiritual Stuff
Better Thoughts #3 On my phone, in the Evernote app, I keep lists of my better thoughts. Part of my morning routine is to reference one of these lists. Why? It elevates my mood, puts my brain on a better trajectory, and dismisses lesser thoughts. This post on my...
