The Ground Wire in a Panic

Panic Early in the 20th century if you watched an electrician wire a house, you would have seen that there were two wires entering the outlet box where you would eventually plug in your lamp. One wire was the “hot wire” and it brought power into the outlet. The other was the “neutral wire” and…

Bourbon and Bluegrass

Lexington, Kentucky is situated in the center of the Kentucky Bluegrass region. The area is well known for the beautiful and strong horses that are raised there, thanks in no small part to the minerals that nourish the famous bluegrass. Horses are a source of great pride to the people of Kentucky. Horse lovers from…

Teamwork in Business

There is an old Nigerian proverb, ostensibly from the Igbo people, that says, “It takes a village to raise a child”. That adage isn’t only applicable to raising good people, it is also critical to raising a good, successful business. You may have the best idea for a product or service. You may have invented…

What Do You Know About Kentucky?

On June 1, 1792, Kentucky became the 15th state admitted to the Union. It was also the first state admitted from what was then considered, “The West”. Kentucky ranks 26th in US population and 37th in acreage. Nicknamed “The Bluegrass State”, Kentucky citizens are proud of their long history of careful, yet highly productive land…

Legacy of Basketball at the University of Kentucky

The University’s humble beginning was in Lexington, Kentucky as the Agricultural and Mechanical College in Kentucky, a part of Kentucky University. As a land-grant school the college separated from Kentucky University in 1878, officially becoming a university in 1908. The university underwent a name change in 1916, assuming the name “University of Kentucky”. While UK,…

Lexington KY at a glance

A Traffic Light in Lexington Lexington KY is located in the midst of Kentucky’s Bluegrass country. The beginning, and the ending of the Revolutionary War bracket the founding of this beautiful city. In 1775, a small band from the Virginia Militia set up camp near Elkhorn Creek in Kentucky – just east of today’s Lexington.…

Laser Focus in Life

Today it is often said that one must have a “laser focus” to become successful. What does a laser have to do with achievement in one’s life and why does that one need to be “laser focused”? In order to answer those questions, we first must establish what a “laser” is and why it is…

Health and Wellness Benefits in Sports and Physical Exercise

The term “Sports” encompasses many activities, many abilities, and many ages. From walking or running, swimming or workouts, and traditional team experiences; sports will benefit those individuals who are involved. According to Ryan Smith of Lexington, KY, there has been much research to show that exercise at any age is not only helpful but vital…

How Soccer Builds Business Skills

Soccer is rapidly becoming a major sport in the United States. More children are playing the game, and more adults as well. Even though we might be aware of the health benefits of sports, according to Ryan Smith of Lexington KY, it’s important to recognize the life skills that can develop. We call it “playing”,…