Since this is my 25th solo podcast episode, I thought it would be a good idea to take stock of past performances. While I've been making slow, yet steady progress, I've still got quite a ways to go before I reached a level of competence that I can be proud of. The key ingredient to achieving the success I want is to read anything and everything I can get my hands on. Since I'm a former bookworm, that shouldn't be too tough a task. Or, will it? Only time will tell!

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The episodes may not be getting better, but I'm definitely more honest about what I'm doing here. I talk a little bit about loneliness for people in the AARP class. Expect more about this in further episodes. As my list of grievances continues to shrink, I do need to fill this space with other, better, content. Thanks for tuning in!

With my health rapidly returning to normalcy, I'm pursuing my life's dreams with new-found vigor! Not spending too much time worrying about the past, I do vow not to repeat past mistakes. In the words of my wife, Celia, from now on I'll "make my mess my message"!

The road from grievance to gratitude has a number of off ramps. The longer you stay on the road, the more difficult it is not to get "dinged". The earlier you exit, the easier it is for you to get to a place of victory without expending too much of yourself. The trick is to be learn about your power to control your ability to rise up that 8th time!

This Monday I celebrated another birthday! How did I mark the occasion? By undergoing an echocardiogram. And I'd do it again in a literal heartbeat, because a healthy life is everything. On another note, new episodes of "In Search of Peace and Healing" and "Can I Say Something" are in the works, so stay tuned.

Welcome to the 20th episode of the "From Grievance to Gratitude" podcast! Over the course of time and self-reflection, I've noticed that the grievances are more like regrets. That change in perspective makes it much easier to address the issues that we all face. Give it a try. Look in the mirror. Work on the solution!

New year, new me? In this first episode of 2020, I want to focus on the things in my life that make me smile. Realizing that, at my core, I'm a person filled with great joy, I want to use the rest of my allotted days to spread this joy. Since the show title references grievances, they will remain, with a twist. I'll stress my part in these slights, along with the steps I've taken to overcome and thrive!

As we approach the end of the year (2019), we at Descant Music & Media Group look back at the challenges we faced during the preceding 12 months. We also would like to express our gratitude for emerging intact and ready to face a new year. We look forward to bringing you quality podcast episodes in 2020. We are also excited about expanding our blogs and venturing into video content. So here's to wishing you a Happy New Year! Thanks and God Bless!

With a heavy heart, I record and dedicate this episode to a couple of important people from my happy past (Sis. Gibson and Ronnie). Pray for their families.

Everyone can make a contribution to the good. You don't have to take center stage to make a difference. For well over fifty years, I've been making my presence felt, one small step at time.

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