Category Archives: Problem Solving

Rescue Rabbit

Posted on January 16, 2019 by James Gorton

Nadine and I were in our basement watching a very important game.  Patriots vs. Chargers.  Living in New England for seven years causes one to begin to adopt the professional teams in the area (that is if you are a … Continue reading →

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Snow in May

Posted on May 6, 2018 by James Gorton

Nadine and I had been planning on taking a 3 week road trip to Colorado, followed by Wyoming and then to Lacy, Washington to attend Tyler’s college graduation.  We were anticipating this journey for a long time and June 29th … Continue reading →

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PAIN: Part VI: Epilogue

Posted on August 1, 2017 by James Gorton

I had been told by the cardiologist three things as I was leaving the hospital.  The first thing involved my weight.  I struggle with my weight, because I love my breads and desserts.  Anything sweet speaks to my palate and … Continue reading →

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PAIN Part IV: The Number 99

Posted on July 27, 2017 by James Gorton

I was to report to the hospital at 9:30 a.m. to get checked in and was there right on time.  We walked into the hospital entrance and were ushered to the admission desk.  As with all new medical experiences, there … Continue reading →

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Knowing Your Limitations

Posted on May 10, 2017 by James Gorton

I grew up with a father that could fix anything.  I mean anything.  A broken washing machine?  He could fix it.  Need laminate on a counter?  He could do it.  Put wall tile on and finish it.  It was done. … Continue reading →

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My Plan VS God’s Plan

Posted on May 4, 2017 by James Gorton

  There are problems that come our way in which we have the resources to fix the problem and continue to move on.  Those kind of problems are easy because we don’t need anyone to solve the problem, but we … Continue reading →

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Perfection Challenged

Posted on April 27, 2017 by James Gorton

Most of us would admit to making mistakes in the past.  I say most because I encountered a person who blamed his wife for all the problems of their marriage.  As I investigated further into this persons perspective, I found … Continue reading →

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Taken For Granted

Posted on September 20, 2016 by James Gorton

I was reminded of the title of this JLOG a few weeks ago when Nadine and I went downtown and saw the street in front of the Flagstaff Orpheum Theater blocked off.    Up and down this street were classic … Continue reading →

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Playing Traffic Cop

Posted on August 3, 2016 by James Gorton

Have you ever seen one of those traffic cops in a large city directing traffic?  They make an art of stopping one lane while encouraging another lane to move forward or turn left.  It is mesmerizing to see the beauty … Continue reading →

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Looking At our Options

Posted on May 20, 2016 by James Gorton

Looking at our options is so important today when we encounter problems in life.  Often times we only see one option and that option isn’t comfortable.  It’s hard.  It’s the worst case scenario.  It’s yes or no.  We feel boxed … Continue reading →

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