rudyamid on September 21st, 2009 at 2:04 pm

In my self examination moment (there were many), I’ve asked myself why I behave the way I do towards my wife, kid, other family members, and friends.  I came to realize that I like to be in control.  I like to know where my life is heading.  I like to know who I’m dealing with, […]

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rudyamid on November 7th, 2008 at 1:51 pm

I originally got this in an email sent by a dear friend from Saddleback Church.  I see it making its way to people’s blogs.  It’s definitely worth repeating.  I’ve added a few of my thankful thoughts at the end. I am thankful: For the wife who says it’s hot dogs tonight, because she is home […]

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rudyamid on October 23rd, 2008 at 7:15 am

When I was young, I was told to always tell the truth.  As I grew up, I discovered honesty was not always the best policy.  There were circumstances that require “white lies” to get me out of awkward situations, or just to make people happy.  The fact is my opinion will sometimes clash with others.  […]

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rudyamid on February 26th, 2008 at 1:21 pm

Due to a sinus cold and stress level today, I am feeling decrepit. I’ll be turning 40 by the end of this year, and that means mid-life crisis is just around the corner. I have to start thinking which sports car to get. Well, according to the site below, I may like the Dodge Viper. […]

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rudyamid on November 19th, 2007 at 10:14 am

I can’t believe it, I’m 39 today. Thirty Nine! It doesn’t sound as bad as 40, but I’m getting there. In retrospect, I’m going to recall what happened to me 30-20-10 years ago. 30 years ago – 1977 – I was in Grade 2. I don’t remember much at this age, except for the original […]

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