Monthly Archives: June 2016

It’s not the heat, it’s the humility

When my son and I got out of the car at 4:45 a.m., it felt like we were stuffed under a tongue. I knew today’s workout would be difficult. For once in my life, I was right. I was sweating … Continue reading

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Reaching the Summitt: How a chance encounter with a legend inspired me.

I read in the Knoxville News-Sentinel today that legendary UT women’s basketball coach Pat Summitt is not doing well. According to the article, her family said that she could die today, tomorrow or within the year. She suffers from early-onset … Continue reading

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You can travel away from Mississippi but you can’t leave it

While I was in Atlanta, I decided to find a track. I needed to do a little “speed” work and thought it’d be fun to run at my old high school. So I drove over to Sprayberry High only to … Continue reading

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Sunday Conversations with George Washington

Seconds tick on the giant red clock in the studio: 9:59:58 9:59:59 10:00:00 An “On Air” sign illuminates as the host’s voice begins to fill the room. “Good morning and happy Father’s Day. This is Sunday conversations and I’m your … Continue reading

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How Dave Ramsey changed my life.

Dave Ramsey changed my life. No, I’m not talking about the amazing financial guy (who also happens to be my first cousin.) I’m taking about my dad. David Lawrence Ramsey was born March 15, 1935. He has a brother and … Continue reading

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The Father’s Day Gift

Amy asked me what I wanted for Father’s Day. I pondered for a moment and pondered some more (I’m a proficient ponderer.) I answered, “Nothing.” Now I will admit, she hates that. She’s the kind of spouse who prefers decisiveness … Continue reading

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Lady Liberty’s spine

What’s green, stands 305 feet six inches tall and represents the freedoms we all enjoy? If you guessed the Statue of Liberty, you win a prize. As the ferry from Manhattan pulled up to Liberty Island last week, I looked … Continue reading

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