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It's the little things...
During a recent lecture, th e speaker told a story of Bobby Leach and he used this story to illustrate a great point easily forgotten in the rush of daily life.
Bobby Leach achieved fame and fortune when, at the age of 53, he went over Niagara Falls in a barrel. After recuperating from his injuries, he toured North America and the UK with the historic barrel in tow. Leach had been a lifelong circus performer, so daredevil stunts were nothing new to him.
So how did he die?
He was the victim of a banana peel.
No kidding. He slipped on it, injuring his leg. The leg became infected, leading to gangrene, requiring an amputation, but it was too late. He died within a couple of months.
It's the little things that beat us. It's because they catch us off guard. When you know you're going over the falls in a barrel, you're fully prepared and prayed up. Something as mundane as walking down the street, you're likely to think you've got it handled.
I wonder how that banana peel got to Mr. Leach? Did he see it and think the mere skin of a fruit couldn't hurt him? Or was he simply not paying attention. The mistake proved fatal.
In your average day, how many banana peels do you encounter. A missed devotional. A halfhearted effort at work. Not encouraging someone you see struggling. Not managing your money. Carelessness in conversation. Neglecting those important to you. These things are more malicious than they appear. If you're not careful, they can make you fall.
On the flip side, these little things also have the potential to take you to the next level.
"Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much,
and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much." (Luke 16:10)
We will encounter many banana peels this week, or they could be stepping stones. Pay attention and remember, how you deal with this little thing will lead to the next big thing in your life.
I would be neglectful if I didn't share knowledge I've gained regarding PIP coverage in your personal auto policy. When you hear yourself say the word, think Aflac. If I have a conversation with you, that's the way I will share it...MedPay (Aflac). Make sure you have MedPay on your policy. Your PIP coverage only takes care of 80% of the bill...the other 20% is due at time of service, unless you have MedPay. Emergency Rooms, Xrays, MRI's, Orthopaedic Surgeons, etc. etc. add up very quickly. Regardless of fault, Florida is a No Fault State, your personal injury protection must cover your medical bills before the "at fault" insurance or health insurance will step in. If an auto is involved, you must file a PIP claim through your own auto insurance, even if your child is riding their bicycle or standing on the side of the road.
Speaking of PIP insurance, Christopher Branton, an attorney with Hill, Ward and Henderson, will provide information to help our industry wade through the new PIP laws and how they interact with Workers Compensation, during our Construction Industry Forum in March. We also have Suzanne Graham, President of the Florida Homebuilders Association, providing insight from the builders perspective and Dr. Chris Kuehl, National Economist with Armada Corporate Intelligence, giving us an economic update. Mark your calendars now for Thursday, March 21st. Please note that date change for March.
Michele Stropoli
Executive Director
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