Maybe you have seen one of those movies where the man of the house tries desperately to give the family a great life, a great home and a great future. Unfortunately as hard as he may try, he slowly finds himself on the outside looking in because his effort consistently has him working late hours, traveling to various business meetings or catering to overly aggressive clients.

It is a true fact that we all have to start somewhere but it should also be noted that where and how we start does not have to be how you finish.

Success is something that many dream of but only few actually find. Why is that? It may have something to do with the fact that in spite of how hard a person may try; they fail to realize the reality of their success. When a person can learn to settle into a comfortable living environment and find solitude where they are it will be at that point when they can say that success has arrived.

For the guy or gal who is trying to work his way to the top, with days and nights lost to his company or business, know that there is a better way. Yes, we all want the best for our families but ask yourself is what you are offering the best for your family? Time is important. Once time is gone you will never get it back.

Take some time, to really enjoy life, live healthy; remember that it is the little things that count and that helps keep the family bond intact.   

Donald

Today as I sit and write, I am forced to write with a sad heart. This past weekend a friend of mine was laid to rest. His life abruptly cut short and his dreams and vision all but a memory.

There are some people that you will meet in this life who will truly make an impact on you. This was one of those individuals. He understood the importance of family and expressed his love for his fellow man on a regular basis. He was a great mentor and also a leader. People with qualities like this only come around every so often. At the same time people who carry these great characteristics will find that they have many enemies. They are shunned and ridiculed by those who only care about themselves. Just as Jesus had to suffer from those who did not care for the message and the gifts that He tried to freely give.

I want to thank my good friend and mentor, for showing me the true meaning of humanitarianism. As I get older I find that people like this are becoming more and more scarce in my life. If I may make a suggestion to all who read the words of my writings. I ask that you live each day as if it were your last. Take care of your body. Learn to love those around you and remember that in the end the little things add up to a great legacy.

 With much love and respect,

Donald Payne

The Chrysler group has once again made a statement that should be recognized by all those who suffer from doubt. Unless you were living under a rock in the year 2009, you know and understand the setbacks that many faced in our great nation. Chrysler was on the chopping block of this demise. In fact they have always been on the chopping block but they never quit. Yes they may borrow, they may beg, the may have had to file bankruptcy but they never quit.

As a proud employee of this group, I can truly say that they help put the words, “Tough Skin” in perspective. All the critics, analysis, and those with doubt said Chrysler was done but here they stand in the first quarter of 2010 making prestigious vehicles and receiving prestigious awards.

A valuable lesson can definitely come from this resilient company; and that is simply to say that persistence is the key to a successful future. All things get better in time you just have to keep moving forward.