Sears

I noticed on the business news this morning that Sears profits are down 99% from this same time last year. While it's been along time since I enjoyed shopping at Sears, I WILL spend some money there this year...and maybe from now on.

I know I needed this reminder since Sears isn't always my first choice. Amazing when you think of how long the war has lasted and they haven't withdrawn from their commitment. Could we each buy at least one thing at Sears this year?

How does Sears treat its employees who are called up for military duty? By law, they are required to hold their jobs open and available, but nothing more. Usually, people take a big pay cut and lose benefits as a result of being called up.

Sears is voluntarily paying the difference in salaries and maintaining all benefits, including medical insurance and bonus programs, for all called up reservist employees for up to two years.

In my mind, Sears is an exemplary corporate citizen and should be recognized for its contribution. I suggest we all shop at Sears, and be sure to find a manager to tell them why we are there so the company gets the positive reinforcement it well deserves.

Pass it on.

Thanksgiving

In all things, Give Thanks!

We have no control over what happens to us in life and business. WeDO, however, have control over our response. One of the major laws ofphysics says that for every action there's an opposite and equalaction. See the possibilities before you and KNOW that there is somegood that CAN come from every event in your life. As quaint and triteas it may seem, the saying still holds "You can't have the flowers without the rain".

Embrace your life and all the goodness before you. You NEVER know what possibilities await you!

Dr. Tim