"e;Wish I'd Known . . . .

"e;Wish I'd Known . . . . Nuggets of Wisdom Learned Along the Journey"e; began to take shape as the author recalled the vicissitudes of life itself. "e;In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps"e; (Prov. 16:9 - NIV). His life's experiences and career choices have involved the disciplines of fine arts, mental health, criminal justice, higher education academia, parenting, ethics and spirituality. He has experienced a magnificently blessed existence, but not without numerous unforeseen difficulties. His "e;ramblings"e; (he calls them 'entries', not 'chapters') may serve as a primer for others who desire to experience 'the good life'. The entries are not a cookbook for all the self-help needs we experience. Rather, they remind the reader of the wisdom and importance of "e;carpe diem', making the most of each day that God has granted! "e;What is your life?.... A mist that appears for a little time then vanishes. . . . Say, 'If the Lord wills, we will live and do this or that.'"e; (James 4:14-15 - ESV) While the author writes from a Judeo-Christian perspective, even the agnostic or atheist will appreciate these timeless truths regarding everyday living! "e;Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand."e; (Prov. 19:21 - MSG).