Hoping for a Deeper ‘Why’

Hoping for a Deeper ‘Why’

Listening to the twists and turns of public opinion polling and voter interviews reminds me of watching a slow-moving river. Its surface ripples move whichever way the wind blows at a given time, while the river’s deeper current continues in the same direction, driven...
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,...