What’s your go-to comfort food?
There are three foods that seductively wink at me whenever they can. They wink at me in a way that weakens my knees, and certainly my constitution. One in particular has been know to actually lead me astray from time to time. The temptress in question… dark chocolate.
What’s your favorite game (card, board, video, etc.)? Why?
Oddly enough I’ve only now realized that I’ve left a pastime or two behind. I used to be an avid simulation player. Games in general that simulated life were always of interest to me. But that portion of life seems to have faded away as my enjoyment in all things that are spiritually creative now takes up the focus of my days.
Dogs or cats?
Dogs! No question about it. I was snipped by a relatives cat for no reason as a very young boy and I took an instant disliking to them. In hindsight I may have over reacted a bit, but it opened the door to my lifelong love affair with dogs… and a special beagle name, Molly.
Which activities make you lose track of time?
Ahh, being in the flow! As a very young musician who was driven to improvisation and jamming, I experienced what was later revealed to be the flow. When I’m in the flow, time doesn’t exist, seconds, minutes, and even hours can roll by without any notice. Needless to say, I love it, thrive in it, and feel blessed to be able to indulge in it.
What bothers you and why?
I’m bothered when I see or hear things blown out of proportion, as if the news isn’t worthy on its own; the story isn’t interesting enough on its own; the problem isn’t significant on its own. I’d prefer to have just the facts, and then to formulate my own reaction and/or opinion.
List 10 things you know to be absolutely certain.
1. Love is trusting
2. Love always upholds
3. Love is loyal
4. Love is supportive
5. Love always prevails
6. Love is hopeful
7. Love is understanding
8. Love is generous
9. Love is always by my side
10. Love is splendiferous
Are you seeking security or adventure?
I’m seeking my truth, who I truly am, my purpose in this life. It could be a quiet place of security or a vibrantly exciting adventure. My guess is that it’s probably a combination of both. Either way, I don’t want a hardened heart, I don’t want to be an obstacle to my search. I just want to get out of my own way and realize the journey.
If you could host a dinner and anyone you invite was sure to come, who would you invite?
I’ve wrestled with this question before, and though I have a monumental group of four on my own personal Mt. Rushmore, I’d have to invite Jesus. My mission statement (since that’s a popular thing these days) is just Jesus! That being the case, how could I even conceive of dining with anyone else. Now if the table sat more than one guest, then my Mt Rushmore figures would certainly be the invitees.
What do you think gets better with age?
Well if you’re not answering yourself, you’re not doing life right. We are on the journey of a lifetime, and it’s one that should be creating a better version of us each day. Just think how this world could be, if each and everyone of us worked on being a better version of ourselves each and everyday.
What are you most excited about for the future?
Well if I’m honest, I’m constantly trying to remember that the future is now. In a word, I’m trying to be ever mindful of each and every moment of each and every day.
One day is as a thousand years
And a thousand years as one day
Slowness is a measure we wait
Grace is a measure we pray
~ E.M.
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