Timeless!

Man we're already to the Seventh Day of Christmas, I better get my tree decorated and that shopping done! Another victim of procrastination! Isn't it funny how we put off the distasteful chores in our life, causing undue stress? Brian Tracy says it best in the title of his book on procrastination, "Eat That Frog."

Especially in the stressful holiday time of year it's important to work your priorities.

"When every physical and mental resource is focused, one's power to resolve a problem multiplies tremendously!" -Norman Vincent Peale

And how important is that message when we have so many things to get accomplished? Company is coming, presents must be bought and wrapped, the house need cleaning, it can be overwhelming! But a laser like focus on accomplishing one task at a time is the key to success. It also gives you a sense of accomplishment when you've finished a task, which leads to the empowerment necessary to continue on toward your goal.

"Concentrate all of your thoughts on the task at hand. The sun's rays do not burn until brought into focus!" -Alexander Graham Bell

And with this new found sense of order, we give ourselves the gift of time. Then we can apply that gift to the top of our priority list. Spending time with that always appreciative son, grandson, daughter, or granddaughter. Giving back to the community that has provided us an environment to prosper. Praising our Maker for the gift of life, or just enjoying the festive time of year. Time is a precious commodity, you cannot buy it back, so use it wisely!

So our gift on this Seventh Day of Christmas is the gift of time!

God Bless!
Capt. Bill