by Gina Parris on January 18, 2012
At one time I may have hated the video below, because I didn’t understand Muhammed Ali’s “big mouth,” I disliked fighting and I thought celebrating our own greatness was a form of arrogance. I guess it could be, but today everything about this inspirational video speaks to me, especially where the fighter is baptized [...]
by Gina Parris on January 9, 2012
I read on FoxNews recently that the divorce rate among military couples is up 43% since the beginning of the Iraq/Afghanistan war. I also happen to know that on some military installations, like Ft. Campbell, the divorce rate is now a staggering 90%. Really? We went to war and ended peace at home? Our military [...]
by Gina Parris on December 21, 2011
The truth is, I actually ENJOY Christmas, but sometimes all the hoopla makes me painfully aware of those who find Christmastime to be downright agonizing. What if you are one of the dear ones who is dealing with deep loss this year? How do you just smile and say a jolly “Merry Christmas! Ho ho [...]
by Gina Parris on November 25, 2011
This morning I went on a walk. This is my daily “gratitude walk.” I highly recommend this – for mental and physical fitness. While I raced along the few miles, I gave thanks for all the beautiful things that I noticed – the brightly colored leaves, the blue sky, the perfect weather, and the three [...]
by Gina Parris on November 15, 2011
Recently week I read a book about a marvelous judge named Maxx Rosenn, of the US Court of Appeals, Third Circuit. The tribute was written by one of his protégé’s, Dr. Mollie Marti, who is one of my mentors. The book was a masterful look at mentorship, excellence, and leaving a legacy. As I read, [...]