Author: Edward Ortiz

Getting a Bigger Rucksack is Not the Answer

Earlier this week, I read a post from a retired Army general on LinkedIn that contains so much truth. Lieutenant General (Retired) Jeffrey Buchanan wrote the following:  “Get a bigger rucksack? A client (and old Army buddy) and I were having a discussion last week about priorities. He said that the problem with some folks … Continue reading Getting a Bigger Rucksack is Not the Answer →

The Elements of Prayer

This morning, I was reading from “The New City Catechism Devotional” and the question, “What is Prayer?" The answer and description provided in the devotional are excellent, especially the illustration about the four elements (Confession, Petition, Praise, and Thanks) that can be used when we pray. The illustration was written by Pastor John Piper, and … Continue reading The Elements of Prayer →

Sad Christmas

In our ongoing series spotlighting poems by Pedro Rodríguez Miranda, my grandfather-in-law. Today, I’m sharing his eighth poem titled “Sad Christmas". Triste NavidadNavidad…Noche blanca cual fantasma que envenena,Noche triste, nivéa noche…Lúgubres cantos de las almas sin goces,Almas que encierran muy profundoMil reproches…Soledad… Ausencia…Cual lentas cataratas invernales,Las lágrimas se asoman a los ojos de mi alma,Que … Continue reading Sad Christmas →

Sharpen Your Critical Thinking

Critical thinking is a crucial skill for achieving success in both life and the workplace. The University of Louisville in Kentucky published an article titled "What is Critical Thinking?" In the article, I found a helpful definition written by Michael Scriven and Richard Paul. They define critical thinking as, “the intellectually disciplined process of actively … Continue reading Sharpen Your Critical Thinking →