Scars

Ugly?  Scary?  Maybe.  But allow me to propose.... beautiful. Let's talk scars.  Everything I say here can be applied to emotional scars too.  I have a scar that can't be missed.  It goes from just below my right ear to where my neck meets … [Read more...]

The Don’ts of Airline Travel

Since I've flown four times in the last week, I feel highly qualified to comment on the do's (or more specifically, the don'ts) of airline travel.   No, I'm not an accredited globetrotter, but I've spent enough time in close quarters … [Read more...]

How Do You Love Your Loved One?

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I'm hoping it's the way they deserve to be loved. I recently read a quote that made me realize I have to say this, and say it LOUD. I want to ask you a personal question:  how do you treat the love of your life?  The person that is your … [Read more...]

I’m Great With Names…. As Long As They’re Bob

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Ever feel like you have Alzheimer's - even if it's temporary?  Why is it that I can't get people's names straight sometimes? I've come to terms with the fact that I'm just terrible with names.  I can't remember them, unless I commit them to memory … [Read more...]

The “S” word – the nasty one

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I don't get why this word seems to be one of the hardest words to utter in our language.  I'm guessing that all the other languages in the world have a similarly difficult syntax around this word, because fitting it into any sentence seems to be an … [Read more...]

Don’t shoot for second best

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The saying "Second place is first place loser" always seems a bit harsh to me. That's not where I'm going with this at all.  That's more or less a competitive standpoint, and I do think the saying has its place in the world. But I'm not talking … [Read more...]

3 Books That Left a Mark

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Are you a reader?  An avid one?  Or someone who likes looking at the pictures instead?  I've spent time in both camps, but I prefer to see myself as a reader, first and foremost. I was talking to my wife about reading in general, and it … [Read more...]

What Makes Your Heart Smile?

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Think about it.  I'm guessing there are more things that can make your heart smile than you can shake a frown at. Smiles are one of the things that make my world go 'round.  Honestly.  I love smiling.  I love seeing smiles on the faces of … [Read more...]

Oh Manliness, How Fickle Thou Art

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This post may shock and surprise some of my regular readers - because you can read it in one easy sitting. I have a lot to share, but I'm going to share it as briefly as possible.  I have my reasons. Many of you will know that my amazing wife, … [Read more...]

Investing – The Parent Edition

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I’ve found an investment opportunity that I want to share with you.  It’s the surest thing on the market today. This market I’m talking about won't ever crash. No brokerage fees, no SEC worries, just pure, guaranteed return.  It's a get-rich … [Read more...]