In Others’ Words: Yogi Berra and making “wrong mistakes”

Beth VogtIn Others' Words, lifequotes, perspective 9 Comments

In Yogi Berra’s world, there were mistakes … and there were “wrong mistakes.” The Major League Baseball Hall of Famer, who died on Tuesday, September 22, was known for his Yogi-sms. I scrolled through a list of 30 of his most memorable quotes, and settled on “We made too many wrong mistakes.” There’s something to what he said. There are mistakes …

In Others’ Word: This-a-Way or That-a-Way

Beth VogtIn Others' Words, Life, quote about choices 14 Comments

I so enjoy the eloquence of Yogi Berra. Granted, it’s a bit garbled, but the man speaks truth. When you come to a fork in the road, take it. Make a decision. Make a choice. Keep moving.  And yes, sometimes the decision we have to make is all about choosing between a right or wrong possibility. But sometimes it is about making …

In Others’ Words: It Ain’t Over …

Beth VogtIn Others' Words, Life, Quotes 11 Comments

My kiddos grew up hearing certain phrases, certain Vogtisms, if you will. One of them is: There’s always room for one more.  Translation: Go ahead and invite someone else over for (insert holiday here) dinner. We’ve got plenty of food and plenty of room. Another Vogtism is: Vogts don’t quit.  Translation: You join the swim team — you’re on the …