A Journey to Health: One Year Later

A Journey to Health: One Year Later

One year ago, on my 55th birthday, I made a choice to live healthier. I must confess, I entered into this journey reluctantly. Burgers and beer were two good friends I really enjoyed hanging out with a few times a week. However, when I looked in the mirror and down at...
“Stupid Is as Stupid Does”

“Stupid Is as Stupid Does”

People are losing the ability to think critically. Some are made ignorant; others choose ignorance.  Still others are just plain stupid. Regardless, the demonization of critical thinking will cause the collapse of the United States. The Founding Fathers understood...
Life at the Speed of Toilet Paper

Life at the Speed of Toilet Paper

My barber has been cutting my hair for almost 20 years. When we started, he was newly married. I’ve been with him as he had a child, started his own barbershop, and overcame a global pandemic. When I sit in his chair every four weeks, we often catch up on life and...
In Lieu of Flowers

In Lieu of Flowers

Tuesday was a regular day for me. They usually are.  Tuesdays on my calendar are days when things have to get done and put away, like cleaning dishes. I have staff meetings on Tuesdays. I mess around and have a third cup of coffee. My kids demand tacos. It’s a rinse,...
A Letter to My 5-Year-Old Self

A Letter to My 5-Year-Old Self

  Dear Becky, Today, at age five, a significant thing will happen. It’s a hot summer day, and while playing in your aunt and uncle’s backyard, which you love to do, something will shift. You’ll be there with your brothers and cousins running around while your...