The Station by Robert J Hastings
“The Station is an illusion–it constantly outdistances us.”
TUCKED AWAY in our subconscious minds is an idyllic vision in which we see ourselves on a long journey that spans an entire continent. We’re traveling by train and, from the windows, we drink in the passing scenes of cars on nearby highways, of children waving at crossings, [...]
Happy 4th of July!
Americans as you celebrate today with your family and friends at picnics and barbeques, take a few minutes to ponder why America celebrates today.
It’s really a shame that many of our school chidlren don’t know why we celebrate the 4th. We celebrate it because it is America’s “Indepence Day” the day America became a free [...]
Why are you the way you are?
My Mom loved inspirational stories and poems. Growing up there were several that she repeated throughout the years. This is one of those stories – and it happens to be my favorite!
There was once a reporter that interviewed a skid-row alcoholic bum. The reporter asked the bum:
“Why are you the way you are?”
The bum replied, [...]
Are We There Yet?
When I was a child we would take frequent road trips from California to New Mexico to see my Dad’s family.
I always enjoyed these trips. I would often just gaze out the window taking in the scenery. I imagined what the land looked liked hundreds of years ago – when the Indians and buffalo roamed [...]
Twenty Dollars
A well known speaker started off his seminar by holding up a $20 bill. In the room of 200, he asked. “Who would like this $20 bill?”
Hands started going up. He said, “I am going to give this $20 to one of you – but first, let me do this.”
He proceeded to crumple the 20 [...]
How Do You Perceive The World?
There’s a little old man sitting on his porch in his rocking chair. He’s relaxing and enjoying the beautiful sunny day.
A car pulls up with Dad, Mom and kids aboard. Dad pokes his head out the window and asks the old man “What kind of town is this? I’m looking for a new place to [...]
