Here is a link to a new blog post. Living With Focus I'll be redirecting content that I want people to see from other posts through links. I create posts for different audiences. The real logic begind that short post if the realization that I need to get more control over how my time is used. This is not a mornis issue for me, but I wannt to make sure that I use my time as effectively as possible, and that nobody takes my availability for granted. Music is so important to me. When I was in my early 20's... Continue reading

I started writing a poem last week end. I had two stanzas written, and I had a day off work today and wanted to finish it off. It’s inspired by the start of my university education, however the experiences I refer to span 2.5 years. Choice I sometimes dwell on the time I went through hell. It’s been ten years, but her picture reminds me of shedding tears. For a minute not many will know why, I was certain I wanted to die. Now it’s known because of those experiences I have grown. I owe someone gratitude for those few... Continue reading

Quotes "The person I strive to be is not confined by my disability. "Attitude has a direct link to the choice between whether I swim or sink." Poetry INSPIRATION She travels to distant places to see familiar faces. Rarely cares about the stairs, or even the bus and train fares . Although moments have been strange, there isn’t one she would ever change. While pints of beer has occasionally brought humiliation, their music and humour will forever be inspiration. BROKEN There are times that I still feel bitter about things I can’t control. Trust that has been lost, time and... Continue reading

I have a strong leadership style, but it’s not authoritative. Much of my writing and what I share with people comes from my experiences with leadership. I find ways of being a leader, even if I’m not the one sitting at the head of the table. Leading by example has been my philosophy for years. If I preach advocacy….I’ll advocate, so on and so on. Above all else, I am a listener. It’s crucial in the learning and leading process. I can’t write effectively otherwise. When I was growing up and I’d talk to my father, I knew he wasn’t... Continue reading

I have been an advocate for a long time. My goal has always been to share the lessons that I've learned from my experiences rather than dwelling on any facts. Not to say that there haven't been a lot of great times! Recently through Twitter and Facebook have learned of Rudy Sims. His goals seem to be very similar to mine. From the time I saw computers and technology has advanced, I wanted to use it in a way that could help others. As I've gotten older I have learned that the best way I can show others how to... Continue reading