One reason why George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, etc etc hits home with me…

The killings of George Floyd and Ahmaud Arbery are nothing new for black people in America, especially for my family, as we’ve experienced heartbreaking loss like this. The only thing that is new is the murders are being recorded now.

Life After My Heart Attack…The Road to Recovery

[callout]This is part 3 of 3 blog posts that I am using to tell the story of the massive heart attack I had on Thanksgiving Day (2018). If you missed them, go back and read Part 1 and Part 2.[/callout] As I've said time and time again, I am so grateful. However, I did...

I Thought, “I Could Be Dying…”

[callout]This post is the second of three that I am using to tell the story of the massive heart attack I had on Thanksgiving Day (2018). Click here to read Part 1 and Part 3.[/callout] I knew something was seriously wrong and I began to believe it was...
The Single Greatest Thing A Dad Can Do For His Children

The Single Greatest Thing A Dad Can Do For His Children

Once you have children, your life changes.  You begin to do things differently in an effort to care for, provide, and guide your children.  Of all those things, there is one thing that a father can do that will provide the greatest impact on his children's lives. The...

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15 Simple Solutions That Will Have You #Winning In Life

15 Simple Solutions That Will Have You #Winning In Life

What makes a great life?  Is there some complicated formula or method to winning and living the life you want?  Nope!  It's very simple.  It's as simple as elementary math.  Here are 15 Simple Solutions That Will Have You #Winning In Life! Talent + Hard work = Skill...

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Little White Lies. Are They Beneficial to Your Marriage?

Little White Lies. Are They Beneficial to Your Marriage?

It’s Friday and that means my friend Shawn Snyder, from The Odd Couple Blog, and I are teaming up on our weekly marriage blog.  Shawn will share her thoughts (in green) on the topic through the eyes of a woman/wife, and I’ll share mine (in blue) through the eyes of a...

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You Are Invited to Write for My Blog

You Are Invited to Write for My Blog

Today, I am celebrating the 100th post on my blog!   This has been a goal of mine to reach 100 posts.  My thinking was that I couldn't consider myself a "real" blogger unless I had 100 posts. Since I am now a "real" blogger, I'm inviting you to my party!  🙂 Well, I'm...

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Breaking the Grip of Cancer

Breaking the Grip of Cancer

Just the word cancer, can cause an influx of emotions to everyone who hears it.  I am sure that everyone reading this post has somehow dealt with cancer.  Whether it be a family member, a friend, or even you that has been diagnosed with cancer.  Unfortunately, cancer...

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The Best of JackieBledsoe.com

The Best of JackieBledsoe.com

I am nearing the 100th post on my blog!  That is pretty exciting!  I can remember when I first had the desire to blog (about 2 years ago!).  Yes, I let every excuse in the book stop me! I will be doing something exciting later this week to celebrate, and sharing some...

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Whiteboard Quote of the Day: Be honest with yourself!!

Whiteboard Quote of the Day: Be honest with yourself!!

Telling the truth is not always easy.  Many times telling the truth means we have to say something to somebody they do not want to hear.  But what happens when that somebody is you?  What happens when your reality is hurtful, embarrassing, or something you don't want...

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