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Inspiration

Inspiration is the section of MeetTheMcKinneys.com that has the “makes me tick” stuff. What books I’m reading, what things I’m doing, what food I’m cooking, and what ever else gets keeps me going 100mph like I do.

Yoga Balance

Balance, as you know, is very important to me. Kind of an obsession really. The balance between work and play, family time and me time, and salty and sweet. They are all important to me. So what does yoga have to do with any of that? Those of you that are yoga veterans already know. … Continue reading »

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Cats and Dogs

Your day started just like everyone else’s day. Just like mine… We woke up. That is probably the last thing any of our days have in common. After that we all head in different directions guided by different thoughts, influences, and of course deadlines. Taking a moment to think about all that happens during a … Continue reading »

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Restored Faith

Today my faith in the youth of America was restored a little… As I was walking Gabby into school at Cedar Ridge Elementary in Grovetown, we passed the flag pole and two young kids holding flags. I listened keenly to them with one ear as an eves-dropper while I tuned into Gabby’s question with the … Continue reading »

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Be Still

You probably have other things to do right now. You probably came here while goofing off on Facebook or catching up on the McKinneys. But… Recently after listening to the prayer requests on the podcast DailyAudioBible.com I heard someone mention having so much going on that they were overwhelmed. I too know a little about … Continue reading »

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Never Eat Alone Review

Never Eat Alone by Keith Ferrazzi Keith Ferrazzi, the author of Never Eat Alone believes that relationships and networks are like muscles. The more you work them the stronger and healthier they become. Never Eat Alone is perfect for anyone that owns a business and realizes how important a good network is, but aren’t sure … Continue reading »

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How Leaders Inspire People to Act – Simon Sinek

Simon Sinek is a brilliant speaker and this particular talk shows it. This TED Talk cuts leadership to the core. It seems a little long, but it’s totally worth the time spent watching it. Look back in your life and think about a time that you did well at something. You will undoubtedly see that … Continue reading »

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Bloom Where You’re Planted

A cute story about blooming where you’re planted and positively affecting you’re surroundings. Continue reading »

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David or Saul?

David or Saul? David is said to be a man after God’s own heart. I found it interesting how many times David, although relentlessly pursued by Saul to be killed, never thought of the chances he was given to kill Saul as chances to kill him. David always chose to view the situation as a … Continue reading »

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J.J. Abrams Mystery Box

Lost is one of my all-time television shows.  The mystery that surrounds the show in every episode has to come from somewhere right?  J.J. Abrams is the creator of Lost and he reveals a little more of that mystery in this TED talk. If you are not familiar with TED Talks, you should be.  One … Continue reading »

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Never Under Estimate Small Packages

Chase was the runt of the litter and no one’s first pick. That’s why he was MY first pick. (I have a soft spot for underdogs). When I got him, he had to walk AROUND pine cones in my yard because he was to small to step over them. Rat Terriers are pretty common now, but people still ask me, “Now what kind of Jack Russel is he?” Kinda like saying “What kinda Coke is it?”. Continue reading »

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