Tag Archives: colleagues

Academic Retreat

Posted on June 14, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Even in intellectual settings, it is the caring for one another that matters most and helps us focus together on the work that we share. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, College, Death & Dying, education, Higher Education, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Poetry, Prayer, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged academic retreat, caring, colleagues, Cowley College, faith, prayer, trusting God | Comments Off

Home Improvement

Posted on November 21, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Over my few decades, I’ve become suspicious that the folks who are willing to offer help are more likely to find help when they need it. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Relationships, Remodeling/Construction, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged colleagues, friends, helping, interdependence, loading furniture, Shane Larson, tearing out carpet | Comments Off

Obituaries

Posted on January 23, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Andy Schuler’s funeral reminded me that the most important parts of our life stories may not be included in our published obituaries. Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Death & Dying, Family, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation, Work | Tagged Andrew Schuler, Andy Schuler, colleagues, funerals, Janice Stover, loss, memories, obituaries, sharing | Comments Off

After Hours

Posted on December 9, 2015 by Doc Arnett

Office visits and hallway chats can contribute to building collegial relationships but I find that time spent together away from work cultivates a special quality in them. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, College, Higher Education, Relationships | Tagged Chris Cannon, colleagues, El Maguey's | Comments Off

Tulsa Time

Posted on October 6, 2015 by Doc Arnett

Road trips can strain families, push people to the brink of insanity… or create and strengthen friendships that can last a lifetime. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged colleagues, College Navigator, Cowley College, ETS, friends, road trip, Tulsa Community College | Comments Off

Old Friends and New Beginnings

Posted on September 25, 2015 by Doc Arnett

As long as we are willing to form new friendships, willing to love and be loved, we treasure the old and welcome the new. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Relationships, Work | Tagged colleagues, Cowley College, Doniphan County KS, friends, friendship, new job, work | Comments Off

Mosaics

Posted on November 25, 2013 by Doc Arnett

If we want to give and gain greater satisfaction in the workplace, we need to make time and place for friendships to form. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Metaphysical Reflection, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation, Work | Tagged beauty, Boomer's Holton, colleagues, conversation, friends, getting closer, Holton KS, ice storm, northeast Kansas, prairie grass | Comments Off

Data Driven Decision Making

Posted on September 26, 2012 by Doc Arnett

Any time that we do things that make people feel noticed, valued and appreciated, we contribute to making our place a better place to work. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Family, Metaphysical Reflection, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation, Teaching, Work | Tagged co-workers, colleagues, concern, concern for co-workers, concern for colleagues, improving the workplace, listening, sharing, workplace | Comments Off