Commercial Free I understand the significance of commercials and marketing. Regardless of this fact, I do not give my time away willingly to such things. More than ten years ago, I began muting my television during commercials. I no longer listen to local radio stations. Heck, I even mute the volume at the self-checkout before … Continue reading Choosing Commercial Free
Month: June 2021
Bunkers Around the age of 12 (1980), I began hiking throughout the countryside with my friends. One buddy, in particular, lived in the hills just outside of town. The view of the lake from his house was amazing. I can only imagine what that property is worth today. My buddy and I would walk the … Continue reading Growing Up On The Reservation [Underground Homes]
Before I begin spinning a few [short and tall] tales, I'd like to post a few pieces of background information. When you think of Indian Land, do you imagine the dessert or a picture paradise? My hometown of Polson, located on The Flathead Indian Reservation, rests on the southern shore of Flathead Lake. Nearly 30 … Continue reading Life On The Reservation Intro Part II
I decided to turn back the clock and tell a few tales from my younger days. I grew up on the Southern shore of Flathead Lake in Polson, Montana [Pictured]. Thank you for reading. Introduction We have all grown up someplace interesting. Nearly everyone has memories of thrilling childhood experiences, complete with tales of danger … Continue reading Stories From The Reservation [Introduction]
For all of us Dads, Happy Father's Day! I'm on my way to Denver International Airport. I'll be spending the weekend with my wife and kids in Texas. Grateful and Humble, Joseph Shanklin June 18, 2021
My job is highly unpredictable. Disabled Vehicles, Medical Emergencies, and Rollover Crashes are a few of the possibilities I may deal with when I clock in each morning. My day can go from 0 to 60 in the blink of an eye. Yesterday morning, not more than 30 minutes after beginning patrol, I rolled up … Continue reading Getting There First
Regardless of your spiritual beliefs. Regardless of your position on God. How many of us live their life as if God is watching? How many of us make good decisions when there are no witnesses? For myself, I must never stop. Self-inventory is essential if I'm to stay on my path. Joseph Shanklin February 7, … Continue reading God Is Watching [Re-post]
Careful What You Wish For Re-post Unfortunately for the addict, the enemy is addiction, and addiction has unlimited resources. Yes, our enemy has been planning for battle, going to war, and killing addicts since coping skills first came into existence. Like combat, the battle of maintaining sobriety is a fluid situation, and the enemy [addiction] … Continue reading Careful What You Wish For [Re-post From September 2019]
Since adolescence, we've been educated not to play in traffic. So, what do I do? I accept employment requiring me to work in 'live traffic.' So much for making rational decisions, huh. Without question, my job is hazardous. Whether patrolling, assisting drivers on the Interstate Highway, or helping The State Patrol with automobile accidents, I'm … Continue reading Nearly Smashed At Work
From time to time, I must remind myself of something essential: I am not in control. I must let go and open my senses entirely to remain on the path. My sobriety and my life depend on it. Joseph Shanklin June 5, 2021
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