Optimistic Day with Ron Graves

Dare To Dream

2010-08-27T10:41:00.000-05:00

George Bernard Shaw said, "Some men see things as they are and say why --(others) dream things that never were and say why not."

Thought of the Day

2010-08-12T10:42:00.002-05:00

You can complain because roses have thorns, or you can rejoice because thorns have roses. - ZIGGY

Katy Women's Conference Sep 23rd

2010-08-11T12:00:00.000-05:00

Join me on Sep 23rd as I am the Keynote Speaker for the Katy Women's Conference in Katy Texas. For more information go to http://www.katywomensconference.com/

Ouote for the Day

2010-08-11T11:54:00.000-05:00

It's Better to light a candle than to curse the darkness - Chinese Proverb

View and Download the Flier for Achieving the Extraordinary with Ron Graves and Guests

2010-03-03T13:14:00.000-06:00

We have created a new flier for my upcoming motivational event on Wednesday, April 7. I invite you to download it and share it with friends. Or use the "Share" button at right to share it through your social media pages--like Facebook or LinkedIn.

Download the Achieving the Extraordinary flier in PDF format here.

April 7, 2010 "Achieving the Extraordinary with Ron Graves" Seminar

2010-02-21T10:03:00.000-06:00

A formal announcement is coming this week but pencil in April 7th today to join me, Sonny Melendrez and Donald Braswell and others to be announced this week for a great day in San Antonio for my "Achieving the Extraordinary with Ron Graves" Seminar.
This will be an all day motivational and inspirational seminar that can change your life and give you a better perspective on how to live your life to its full potential. Anyone can overcome the adversities life presents and "Make Lemonade from Lemons".

Look for more information this week. Contact me at ron@optimisticday.com for a registration form or more information.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT COMING IN DETAIL

2010-02-04T11:19:00.000-06:00

April 7th is a big day. I will have my first ever "Achieving the Extraordinary with Ron Graves" Seminar. This will be conducted in San Antonio and as soon as I sign the contract for the hotel this afternoon I will announce the location. Also, I am almost ready to announce the three great speakers who will be part of the seminar. All three speak and perform now nationawide. One has been on national TV within the past year and another has his own radio show.

More details coming very soon but this will be a seminar with lunch and great speakers. I am looking forward to this event.

I can take this seminar to other cities. If you have an interest in working with me in putting on a seminar contact me at www.optimisticday.com

My Last Show On KTSA

2010-02-01T10:30:00.000-06:00

January 10, my good friend Bill Johnson joined me for a retrospective of the last six months of my KTSA broadcasts, Achieving the Extra-Ordinary.

I am in the process of negotiating a new time slot on Sunday mornings on WOAI AM 1200, and hope to be able to go back on-air within a couple of weeks.

In the meantime, I hope you enjoy this review of the many fascinating and inspiring people I have interviewed. Use the audio toolbar below to hear this show.

My Interview with Judge Edward Butler about the Sons of the American Revolution

2009-12-29T11:03:00.000-06:00

This past Sunday, retired judge Edward F. Butler, Sr., the current President General of the organization, Sons of the American Revolution, was my guest on my weekly radio broadcast. We talked specifically about the group's programs for youth. SAR provides a number of scholarships and awards for teachers and young people, with a goal of encouraging the young people of today to be inspired by the stories and values of our country's Founding Fathers. You can hear the interview by using the audio toolbar below.

My Guest Last Sunday was Jennifer Drum

2009-12-22T11:31:00.000-06:00

Jennifer Drum is actually a neighbor. But, she has such a fascinating story of overcoming physical adversity, that I wanted to give her a chance to share that with my listeners. She has worked (and prayed) her way through Cerebral Palsy, seizures, and two brain surgeries. She is one of the most inspiring people I know. You can hear our interview by using the audio toolbar below.

My Guest Dec. 13 was Kit Cummings

2009-12-14T13:25:00.000-06:00

Kit Cummings, a speaker and mission coach, was my guest on my Achieving the Extra-Ordinary radio show on KTSA Radio.

Kit's message combines his interest and study in psychology, physics and theology to help people get beyond the fear, anxiety and drama that can prevent people from living a fulfilling life. He calls this "Attitude Science," and uses it to re-direct people toward living a more victorious life--a life with less stress and more tapped into their passions.

Click on the audio toolbar below to hear the entire interview.

My Radio Show's Topic Was Grieving a Loved One

2009-12-08T11:47:00.000-06:00

On the December 6 edition of "Achieving the Extra-Ordinary," my guests and I tackled a difficult topic--grief. Several of my guests are board members for the Children's Bereavement Center of South Texas, an organization that works with children who have lost a parent, sibling or other family member or who have a parent who is terminally ill. It was a timely topic, since the Holidays are often an especially difficult time for those who have lost a loved one--even if the loss is not recent.

To hear the discussion, use the audio tool bar below.

My Interview on KOB-TV Albuquerque

2009-12-02T14:13:00.000-06:00

I recently did an interview on Good Day New Mexico, on TV Station KOB in Albuquerque. The segment promoted my book, Adversity to Success, and I explained my philosophy that optimism is a choice--one I choose to make every day.

SMILE

2009-12-01T09:53:00.000-06:00

Sometimes the day makes you smile and sometimes you have to chose to make the day smile...either way, life is too short and precious to live it with a frown - even for a minute. --- Anonymous

Thanksgiving Thoughts

2009-11-25T08:20:00.000-06:00

"As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them" JFK

"Silent gratitude isn't much to anyone." Gertrude Stein

Psalm 150:6 "Let everything that hath breath praise the Lord, Praise ye the Lord."

"Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow." Melody Beattie

My November 22 Radio Show

2009-11-23T15:56:00.000-06:00

This past Sunday, I interviewed several guests, including James Castro of St. Peter St. Joseph's Children's Home in San Antonio, Clayton Cochran, the president of the choir at Fellowship of San Antonio, and Brandon Parrott, with Touchdown for Life.

We also learned something about how to achieve the extraordinary from Jo Condrill, a leadership training consultant.

To hear the show, use the audio toolbar below.

My Guest This Week Was Chris Cannon, Founder of Fighting4Youth

2009-11-16T15:00:00.000-06:00

Chris Cannon is a former teacher and coach who has dedicated his life to helping young people avoid the pitfalls of drugs, alcohol and other harmful distractions. He provides seminars for parents and teachers and participatory presentations for young people throughout the US. Hear my interview with him by using the audio toolbar below.

My Guest November 8 was Dr. Eli Whitney, Founder of MOST

2009-11-10T11:23:00.000-06:00

This past Sunday, my guest on Achieving the Extra-Ordinary was Cardiologist Dr. Eli Whitney. Dr. Whitney not only is a well-known heart specialist, he is also the founder of MOST--Motivating Our Students Texas. In our interview, Dr. Whitney describes how his own experience growing up in a "tough" neighborhood has inspired him to develop motivational programs for youth. Click on the audio toolbar below to hear his fascinating story.

TFTD - USMC Happy Birthday!

2009-11-10T07:17:00.000-06:00

Yes, the 234th Birthday of the United States Marine Corps deserves comment under The Thought for the Day. Take time today to reflect upon the dedication to duty and the courage to defend our country that these brave men and women have displayed for all these years.

Today is the day before Veterans Day where we honor all Veterans but the USMC, today, celebrate their 234 years of service and we should celebrate with them.

SEMPER FI

My Interview with America's Got Talent Finalist Don Braswell

2009-11-02T12:56:00.000-06:00

San Antonian-area resident Don Braswell has an amazing story of overcoming the effects of an accident to get his singing career back on track. Here it by clicking on the audio toolbar below:

TFTD - Communication

2009-11-02T07:05:00.000-06:00

"The problem with communication...is the illusion that it has been accomplished." - George Bernard Shaw

Last Sunday I Interviewed Sportscaster Jay Tope

2009-10-30T12:40:00.001-05:00

Jay Tope, the man behind SASports.com, has a heart for amateur athletes. He covers high school and college sports in the South Texas area. Hear my interview by clicking on the audio tool bar below.

My Interview with Mark Shriver, New President of OI

2009-10-26T10:46:00.000-05:00

I was honored to have the opportunity to interview the 2009-2010 President of Optimists International on my radio show October 18. To hear it, click on the audio tool bar below.

TFTD - Health

2009-10-20T07:28:00.002-05:00

"The first wealth is health." - Ralph Waldo Emerson

TFTD - Ignorqance

2009-10-19T07:37:00.000-05:00

"Nothing in the world is more dangerousthan sincere ignorance and conscientous stupidy." - MLK Jr

I hope you enjoy my new preview video

2009-10-16T11:10:00.000-05:00

The following video was created using recordings of several speaking engagements this past summer, including the presentation I did at a Silver Stars game to help that organization support breast cancer awareness. I hope you enjoy it.

TFTD - Leadership

2009-10-15T06:55:00.000-05:00

"Leadership is an action, not a position." Donald R McGannon

TFTD - Decision Making

2009-10-14T07:16:00.000-05:00

In any moment of decision the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worse thing is you can do nothing. - Teddy Roosevelt

My Guest was Joanne Klauke-LaBelle

2009-10-13T12:13:00.000-05:00

Joanne Klauke-LaBelle is the founder of Harmony for Youth, a program that allows at-risk youth the opportunity to learn to express themselves through music. Begun in Canada, the organization now has chapters internationally.

Among the most interesting aspects of the program is that participants pay no fees, but rather are expected to "pay it forward" by volunteering 1 hour of service for each hour of participation in the Harmony programs.

To hear my interview from Sunday, October 11, use the audio tool bar below.

TFTD - Perception

2009-10-13T07:58:00.000-05:00

"A mile is the same distance going uphill as it is going downhill, it just always seems longer. Choose your route and plan in advance. It will help you avoid the uphill journey so much." Ron Graves 10/12/09

TFTD - Making a Difference

2009-10-12T08:23:00.000-05:00

You can Make A Difference in what the world will be 100 years from now by making the difference in the life of a child TODAY! - Ron Graves 10/12/09

A great interview with Tish Hagee-Tucker and Carol Bozant

2009-10-06T13:07:00.000-05:00

Tish Hagee-Tucker, author of Hear My Cry, and fellow Optimist Carol Bozant, were my guests on Achieving the Extra-Ordinary last Sunday. Both are cancer survivors who have used their experience to support and encourage others. You can hear the interview using the audio tool bar below.

TFTD - Belief

2009-10-05T07:47:00.000-05:00

"He does not believe that does not act according to his belief." - Thomas Fuller

TFTD - OPPORTUNITY

2009-09-29T07:14:00.000-05:00

An Optimistic definition of FAILURE: The beginning of another OPPORTUNITY!

My Guest Yesterday was Monica Davis

2009-09-28T12:46:00.000-05:00

Monica has a project that I really enjoyed helping her promote--Exceptional People Magazine. Now a web-based magazine, it will soon be available in a printed version. Hear my interview with her by clicking on the arrow below.

TFTD - Morality

2009-09-28T07:55:00.000-05:00

Morality, like art, means drawing a line someplace. - Oscar Wilde

My Guest was Rusty Rice, President, TX Association of Health Underwriters

2009-09-25T15:46:00.000-05:00

Last Sunday, my guest on Achieving the Extra-Ordinary was Rusty Rice, the current president of the Texas Association of Health Underwriters. Rusty has been involved in the health insurance industry since 1993. It was interesting to talk with him in light of the current health care debate in this country.

To hear the audio, click on the arrow.

TFTD - Being brave

2009-09-25T06:50:00.002-05:00

A coward dies a thousand deaths, a brave man only one

TFTD - Leadership

2009-09-24T06:59:00.000-05:00

A leader leads by example, whether they intend to or not - American Proverb

TFTD - THANK YOU

2009-09-23T07:58:00.000-05:00

"God is giving you a gift of 86,400 seconds today. Use one of them to say "Thank you".

Varitation of quote from William Arthur Ward

TFTD - Opportunities

2009-09-22T06:56:00.000-05:00

"Opportunities are never lost. Someone will take the ones you miss." - Unknown

TFTD - Goals

2009-09-21T08:18:00.000-05:00

"You control your future, your destiny. What you think about comes about. By recording your dreams and goals on paper, you set in motion the process of becoming the person you must want to be. Put your future in good hands: your own." - Mark Victor Hansen

TFTD - UNITY

2009-09-17T08:01:00.000-05:00

Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethern to dwell together in unity! - Psalm 133

TFTD - Friendship

2009-09-16T07:47:00.000-05:00

"Life is nothing without friendship." - Cicero

Radio Show Interview with Columnist Cary Clack

2009-09-15T11:51:00.000-05:00

My guest Sunday, September 13 was long-time San Antonio Express-News columnist Cary Clack. Hear our conversation here:

TFTD - Goals

2009-09-15T07:21:00.000-05:00

"Without goals, and plans to reach them, you are like a ship that has set sail with no destination." - Fitzhugh Dobson

TFTD - Goals

2009-09-14T07:42:00.000-05:00

"Goals are dreams with a deadline." - Diana Scharf Hunt

TFTD - Goals

2009-09-10T07:54:00.002-05:00

"If you aim at nothing you will hit it everytime." - Anon

TFTD - Enthusiasm

2009-09-09T06:49:00.000-05:00

"Life's blows cannot break a person whose spirit is warmed by the fire of enthusiasm." Norman Vincent Peale

My Guest Sept. 6 was Jason Smith

2009-09-08T17:38:00.001-05:00

Jason Smith is an outstanding young man, an entrepreneur and founder of Torchlight Technologies. Use the audio player below to hear my interview with him.

TFTD - Dreams

2009-09-08T07:10:00.000-05:00

"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." - Eleanor Roosevelt

My Guests were Tanji Patton and Kay Spears

2009-09-04T12:05:00.000-05:00

My guests last week on my Radio Show were Tanji Patton and Kay Spears. We talked about food, travel, nutrition, healthy living, and having fun in life.

To hear the conversation, use the audio player below.

TFTD - Adversity

2009-09-04T07:52:00.001-05:00

"The ugly face of tragedy can be transformed by a beautiful new opportunity." - Ron Graves

TFTD-Adversity

2009-09-03T08:03:00.002-05:00

"The marvelous richness of human experience would lose something of rewarding joy if there were no limits to overcome. The hilltop hour would not be half so wonderful if there were no dark valleys to traverse." - Helen Keller

TFTD - Friends

2009-09-02T07:49:00.001-05:00

"No one can be happy without a friend, nor be sure of a friend till he is unhappy." - Thomas Fuller

TFTD - Friendship

2009-09-01T07:15:00.001-05:00

"All men have their frailties, and whomever looks for a freind without imperfections will never find what he seeks." - Robert Louis Stevenson

Continuation of Sep Newsletter- Dr. Sandy Magnus

2009-08-31T13:51:00.002-05:00

Dr. Magnus is just one of thousands at NASA. She is just one of thousands who had a hopes and dreams many years ago. She accomplished the Extraordianry in life because she not only had hopes and dreams but she had written goals and visualized herself an astronaut. But what made her extraordinary is that she took action. And, she was extraordinary also because there were many in her life who inspired her and created in her life a vision of being able to do anything she wanted to do in life.

Pope John Paul XXIII said, "consult not your fears but consult your hopes and dreams, concern yourself not with frustrations in life but with your unfullfilled potential, and dwell not with your negatives but dwell on all the possibilities in your life."

Dr. Magnus is an example of the thoughts of Pope Jon Paul XXIII. Corky Helms, a person dedicated to his profession as a teacher and mentor and I also know as a great member of Optimist International is also an example of the fact that being extraordinary can be accomplished by anyone willing to do the EXTRA. Corky did the extra in his life and because he did, Dr. Sandy Magnus is our Extraordinary Inspirational Person for September and rightfully so Corky is also the Inspirational Person for September along with her.

Continuation of Sep Newsletter - I Believe by Brian Tracy

2009-08-31T11:59:00.002-05:00

I believe the greatest achievements of your life lie ahead of you.

I believe the happiest moments of your life are yet to come.

I believe the greatest successes you will ever attain are still waiting for you on the road ahead.

And, I believe through learning and application of what you learn, you can solve any problem, overcome any obstacle and achieve any goal that you can set for yourself.

- Brian Tracy

TFTD - Friendship

2009-08-31T07:58:00.002-05:00

"It is chance that makes brothers, but it is hearts that makes friends." E. Von Geibel

TFTD - Sunshine and rain

2009-08-28T07:02:00.002-05:00

"Sunshine is delicious, rain is refreshing, wind braces us up, snow is exhilarating; there really is not such thing as bad weather, only different kinds of good weather." - John Ruskin

Such is life also.

TFTD - Sunshine

2009-08-27T07:18:00.001-05:00

"Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air." - Raph Waldo Emerson

A good idea for living a full and fun and interesting life.

TFTD - Sunshine

2009-08-26T07:21:00.001-05:00

"Keep your face to the sunshine and you will never see the shadow." Helen Keller

TFTD - Kindness

2009-08-25T06:33:00.001-05:00

"Kindness is the sunshine in which virtue grows." - Robert Green Ingersoll

Jason Cox was my guest last night

2009-08-24T11:54:00.003-05:00

Jason Cox, founder of the Marrow Match Foundation was my guest yesterday on Achieving the Extraordinary, my weekly call-in talk show on KTSA radio. Hear the broadcast here:

TFTD - SUNSHINE

2009-08-24T07:17:00.001-05:00

"Those who bring sunshine to the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves." - James matthew Barrie

TFTD - Character

2009-08-21T06:41:00.002-05:00

"Any fool can criticize, condemn. and complain, and most fools do. But it takes character and self-control to be understanding and forgiving." - Dale Carnegie

TFTD - Character

2009-08-20T07:34:00.002-05:00

"The best index to a person's character is (a) how he treats people who can't do him any good and (b) how he treats people who can't fight back" - Abigail Van Buren (Dear Abby)

TFTD - Believe in ones self

2009-08-19T07:04:00.001-05:00

"Be not afraid of life. Believe that life is worth living, and your belief will help create the fact." Henry James

TFTD Character

2009-08-18T06:57:00.002-05:00

"Character - the willingness to accept responsibility for one's own life - is the source from which self-respect springs." - Joan Didion

TFTD - Action

2009-08-17T07:02:00.003-05:00

"The HOPES and DREAMS of a thousand people wanting to change the world but who do not take ACTION will not effect the world as much as the ACTION taken by the one person who does." Quote by Ron Graves 8/17/09

TFTD - Change

2009-08-14T06:38:00.001-05:00

"To exist is to change; to change is to mature; to mature is to go on creating oneself endlessly." Henri Bergson

Betsy Britton Radio Interview August 9

2009-08-13T12:36:00.003-05:00

Betsy Britton, a favorite of San Antonio radio listeners for many years, shared her personal story of overcoming childhood rejection in this fascinating interview on August 9. I share it here with you. Click on the audio toolbar to hear her story.

Achieving the Extra-Ordinary Broadcast August 2

2009-08-13T12:28:00.002-05:00

My guest on August 2 was Dr. Becky Whetstone. Becky is a licensed professional counselor and marriage and family therapist who is well-known to San Antonio radio audiences. I invite you to click on the audio toolbar below to hear my interview of her.

TFTD - Vision

2009-08-13T06:50:00.002-05:00

"Depression losses its power when freesh vision pierces the darkness." Peter Sinclair

TFTD - Imagination

2009-08-12T06:26:00.002-05:00

"The biggest thing I've been thankful for is my imagination. When people said, 'it's impossible; it can't be done,' that's where my imagination came into play." Michael Phelps, Olypic Swimmer

TFTD - Life and age

2009-08-11T06:09:00.002-05:00

If you knew that today would be the last day of your life what would you do, who would you call, who would see? Think about this unless of course you have a gurantee that today will not be your last.

TFTD - Happiness

2009-08-10T06:00:00.003-05:00

"Being asked 100 times how you are doing will not mean as much to a person as being told once that they are loved." - Ron Graves, August 10, 2009

TFTD - Happiness

2009-08-07T07:05:00.002-05:00

"Let's be grateful for those that give us happiness; they are the charming gardners who make our soul bloom." - Marcel Proust

TFTD - Success

2009-08-06T06:42:00.002-05:00

"We were born to succeed not fail." Henry David Thoreau

TFTD - Work

2009-08-05T06:35:00.001-05:00

"He that would have the fruit must first must climb the tree." James Allen

TFTD - From Dale Carnegie

2009-08-04T05:57:00.002-05:00

"One of the most tragic things I know about human nature is that all of us tend to put off living. We are all dreaming of some magical rose garden over the horizon - instead of enjoying the roses blooming outside our windows today." Dale Carnegie

My Interview with Louise Locker

2009-08-03T11:00:00.002-05:00

My guest on my radio talk show, Achieving the Extra-Ordinary, on Sunday July 26 was Louise Locker, otherwise known in San Antonio as "Elf Louise."

Listen in on the conversation with this extra-ordinary woman here:

TFTD - APTITUDE vs ATTITUDE

2009-08-03T06:17:00.001-05:00

It is not your APTITUDE that determines where you go with you life, it is your ATTITUDE!

Ron Graves Aug 3 2009

Typing errors in my continuation of newsletter posts

2009-08-02T14:29:00.002-05:00

I hit the submit key before the spell check key in the two continuation of my newsletter posts. I do want to say that Knowville should read Knoxville (Tennessee) Optimist club plus please forgive a few other typo's. Thanks Ron

Continuation of The Four Way Test of Rotary

2009-08-02T13:43:00.002-05:00

The Four Way Test is a great thought process to our daily lives. If I had to break it down into a one line test it would be the line almost everyone has heard in their lives and it is:

"Do unto others as you would have others do unto you."

One does not need to be Biblical or a member of a non-profit group or a volunteer in the community to live by this great test in one's life. Try it each day for a month and see how your life can change.

Continuation of Inspirational person of the month- August

2009-08-02T13:20:00.002-05:00

"Sir, I am not just a janitor. I helped put someone on the moon!" This man recognized that he was not just a janitor, but had a bigger vision and purpose for his life.

During my travels, I am finding more and more companies that have no spirit whatsoever. Zilch. Nada. There is not spirit in the people who work for theses companies. Instaed I hear ickering. Jealsous. Envy. Saccasm. A culture that zaps people of their enthusiasm and energy. And they wonder why there are morale and performance issues?

We are all leaders! Every single one of us. Don't be one of those leaders that only lead when there is a big project or deadline at stake. Because it won't last and it certaily won't lead to greatness. Stimulate excitement and allow it to move you and your team by fueling up with high-octane purpose! Only you know what the purpose and vision is - and only can you can decide. When you are in charge, you have the best view and vision so you'll need to communicate your vision to others. And once they are part of your purpose and vision, they'll work harder and longer for you. You've probably heard of the phrase, "Imirror what I receive." You see, there may be times whn you'll break down and can't find the motivation to do what is necessary. But your family, friends, co-workers, teammates - whomever they may be - will continue to encourage you along the way.

A shared vision and purpose keeps us energized and together.

Copyright @2007 Optimist Club of Knowville, All rights reserved website by the Bryan Group

One never knows when something said or done will make such a difference in another's life.
The janitor was not just a janitor. Inspirational people come in all types and sizes. The common man is my inspirational person of the month because he realized he was part of something larger than life.

TFTD - Believe in ones self

2009-07-31T06:30:00.002-05:00

"Anything is possible. You can be told you have a 90-percent chance, or a 50-percent chance or a 1-percent chance, but you have to believe, and you have to fight." Lance Armstrong

TFTD - Future benefits

2009-07-30T06:03:00.001-05:00

"Every adversity, every failure, every heartache carries with it the seed of an equal or greater benefit." - Napolean Hill

TFTD - Perseverance

2009-07-29T06:11:00.002-05:00

"It's not the load that breaks you down, it's the way you are caring it." - Lena Horne, Entertainer

TFTD - SUNSHINE

2009-07-28T06:43:00.002-05:00

"The sun that rises each day, rises on everyone with equal brightness. How much sun shine everyone allows into their lives is a personal decision." - Ron Graves, Jul 28, 2009

TFTD - Giving, not getting

2009-07-27T06:58:00.002-05:00

" We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give" Winston Churchill

"Anyone can be born into poverty, but it is up to them if they die in poverty" - Ron Graves, 7/27/09

TFTD - A child's life

2009-07-24T07:34:00.002-05:00

This is someone's quote, not mine. I cannot remember the person who quoted it but here is a paraphrase.

100 years from now it will not make any difference the size of the house I lived in, the money I made, the type of car I drove but what will matter is the impact I had on the life of a child

First Radio Show July 19

2009-07-23T16:28:00.001-05:00

Click on the Audio bar above to hear the broadcast. My Guest was Cynthia Lee, founder of Motah. Visit her website at www.motah.us.

TFTD - Giving, not getting

2009-07-23T06:22:00.001-05:00

"You will receive more out of life if you look for what you can give rather than look for you you can get" Ron Graves, 7/23/09

TFTD - Listening

2009-07-22T06:20:00.003-05:00

Is it not ironic that LISTEN and SILENT are spelled using the same letters?

One of the strongest characteristics of a leader is the ability to LISTEN.

It is seeminly impossible to listen to someone else if you are talking. Multi-tasking does not include talking and pretending to listen.

Of all the compliments in the world, one of the greatest would be that "he/she is a good listener"

Some people talk because they have something to say, others say something because they have to talk.

TFTD - The Impact of your life

2009-07-21T06:38:00.002-05:00

"Your life will be remembered longer for the lasting impact (good or bad) upon the lives of others after your death than for the immediate impact (good or bad) while you lived." Ron Graves 7/21/09

Point: Helping a child today by offering a hand so they can attend camp during the summer may result in one day that child building an entire camp for children well after you are gone. The Optimist Club of San Antonio provides a scholarship to several high school seniors each year. The scholarship was founded and initially funded by a local doctor who while a student received assistance from a member of our optimist club. A quarter century or so has gone by since the death of that Optimist member who befriended a child but the scholarship is given each year in his honor by one of those he assisted.

Don't just live today, live forever.

TFTD - Life and age

2009-07-20T06:57:00.001-05:00

"Life is like riding a bicycle, you don't fall off unless you stop peddaling" Calud Pepper, ageless Congressman from Florida

TFTD - AIM HIGH

2009-07-17T06:43:00.000-05:00

"If you aim at nothing, you'll hit it everytime." Unknown

TFTD - Overcoming Adversity

2009-07-16T06:51:00.002-05:00

TFTD - Tragedy

2009-07-15T06:43:00.002-05:00

"...any difficulties that can come to you...no matter what they are...enable you to take the next step forward by overcoming them...the only real tragedy comes when we suffer without learning the lesson" - Emmet Fox