Below is a collection of Dr. McGlaughlin’s most recent observations (500+). Most of these observations are made throughout the course of everyday life, captured by dictation, and added to FlintsNotes.com. You can read more about the observation capture process here. The content here changes 5 days a week, so be sure to check back often. Also, feel free to leave a comment in the comments section of each observation.

October 4, 2008

On Certain Irreducible Minimums

I realize as time passes that ultimate certification will likely never yield its secrets to me. For 38 years I’ve been trying to break down existence […]
October 4, 2008

On Proverbs 1:7

Proverbs 1:7 says “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.” I find it fascinating that the concepts […]
September 30, 2008

On Jeremiah 29:13

In Jeremiah 29:13, God says, “You will seek me and find me when you search for me with all your heart.” As I read that passage, […]
September 28, 2008

On the 21 Principles of Leadership practiced by ServiceMaster

I think I can learn from Bill Pollard’s work. His company’s four primary objectives are these: To honor God in all we do To help people […]
September 28, 2008

On Exodus 33

In verse 11, Joshua, Moses’ young apprentice, remained in the tent. I find it fascinating that Moses included Joshua in this activity. It is instructional for […]
September 28, 2008

On the Importance of the Element of Randomness in my Observations

It occurs to me that the power of my observations is their flexibility. I need to preserve their core element: randomness. I think the effort to […]
September 13, 2008

On Contemplating the Ultimate

Consider this: There are many things I cannot know. And because I cannot know them, I conclude that I am a limited being. The knowledge of […]