I am Hugh

Decide to become more.

A Reflection on Life's Choices and Paths

Many people are becoming satisfied with what life gives them. Some of these things are good while others, well, not so good. Everyone I know wants more for themselves and for those close to them. However, life seems to favor ‘the’ few. Why is that? The decisions everyone makes daily compound over time resulting in not-so-pleasant outcomes for those who opted for life to choose for them, while marveling at or criticizing those who made the decision to create a life for themselves. They are the ones who reap the harvest even after encountering many disasters along the way.

Success is like a game. To win, you must know the rules and the other players. It is nearly impossible for you to win a game that calls for more than two players and go by yourself. I know for certain I would not go to play Tiger Woods without first knowing the rules of golf, knowing something about the course we will be playing on beforehand, and paying an experienced caddie to help me. That's what people who plan to be competitive do.

Achieving success is at first a test of your mental strength. Deciding what you want and then going after it. If you have read this far – congratulations, as developing the habit of reading is one of the fundamental traits of successful individuals.

I invite you to follow me as I help you to navigate a path to where you wish to go. Remember – Success is a journey and not a destination. Decide to enjoy the ride and fearlessly embrace the challenges ahead and you will most definitely reap the rewards.




   
In The Pursuit of Happiness

The American Constitution declares life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness to be examples of the unalienable rights which have been given to all humans by their creator and which governments are created to protect. How one pursues happiness has always been the subject of many conversations. My mother encouraged me to always trust in the Lord and allow him to guide my steps. Education was important to her, however she proved faith in God was the foundation on which true happiness was built. I was encouraged to make God the subject of my study. Then I should practice what I learnt and make it a part of my life and once the change occurs to teach it to others. “Be willing to share,” she would say, “in this your knowledge and understanding will multiply.”    
I may not be able to teach and coach you personally, however, my hope is that you will make this site a resource as you navigate through life in your discovery of the things you have been lacking and find value in the words of the Psalmist “Happy is he that hath the God of Jacob for his help, whose hope is in the LORD his God:” (Psalm 146:5) Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth. (3 John 1:2 KJV) 


Make A Promise To Yourself

Promise yourself to never stop learning.  Become a life long student of the good things that are happening around you.  Did these things occur on their own or was there planning involved?  Is there anyone who became successful by accident or did they plan their moves every step of the way?  Seek the knowledge and resources that will make it happen for you.      
Growth
Joseph the Hebrew prince, whose father gave him a beautiful coat of many color , has always been one of my favorite biblical characters.  In Joseph's Memoirs, Hugh Rowe, the author, has Joseph telling readers about his own experiences in an unforgettable and unique first-person presentation of a "rags to riches" story.
 
As a publisher and book reviewer, I have read many self-help books, but none provide a blueprint for success and abundant life as this book.  Rowe displays his creative ability and writing skills by having Joseph switch to various biblical time periods without confusing readers.  By doing this, familiar Scripture is often seen in a different and informative light.

This inspiring, well-written book is definitely on my list of "must reads."  
 
- Bettie Corbin, author and publisher.