Tuesday, January 20, 2009

Peace, Hope and Love

I haven't felt much peace in this country the past eight years, I certainly haven't felt much hope the past 4 years. I rarely hear of acts of love among strangers, but lots of stories of violence. I hope that today will begin a new American Tradition of more Faith in our leaders Hope in our own abilities to do great things and Love among all Americans as we begin this new adventure together... 

Friday, January 9, 2009

Unemployment

I know at least seven people that are unemployed. I can't think of another time in my life when I have known this many people that are out of work. I am blessed enough to have landed another job, and I really look forward to getting started on Monday. But in the mean time, I am still amazed by the depth and breadth of this unemployment. It's not just older people, it's not just managers, it's not just new employees. It's everyone. It's cheap recent college grads, it's expensive and bright managers, it's people at large companies, small companies...


I am sure it will turn. As I have said in earlier posts, our country is built on new ideas and innovation, and our drive. I do think for a while we have been sitting back enjoying ourselves, now and I would say at least for the next decade hopefully we will see it turn and our country will reap the benefits of a highly productive and happy society. I just hope we can all find a little balance with all the work we have ahead of ourselves.