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Resolution update: October 2025
Every month, I record my progress toward my yearly goals to hold myself accountable and Read More
Charlie does it right all around
I dropped Charlie off at the skate park yesterday. He wanted to practice some of Read More
Halloween SOS
I took Charlie trick-or-treating last night while Elysha took Clara and friends. Charlie and I Read More
Joanna Gaines faith in God is lovely. But I still have issues.
I was listening to Chip and Joanna Gaines on “How I Built This” —a podcast Read More
Complicated
Here’s a thing that happened: I received a call from a man who wanted to Read More
Sometimes saving a little money is a stupid decision
The typical pay for an NFL cheerleader is around US $150 per home game. Some Read More
Don’t talk about getting old
Mick Jagger and Paul McCartney almost never engage in age-based self-deprecation. They never make jokes Read More
Relief at last!
In case you didn’t notice, the Patriots are back on top. They are an excellent Read More
Based on a true story
This website — Based on a True Story? — is brilliant. It’s a scene-by-scene breakdown Read More
My Stories
As an author, podcaster, and performer, my life is a series of stories that continue to unfold. Dive into my books, explore insightful articles, read daily musings on my blog, watch engaging videos, and tune into my podcasts. Each format offers a unique slice of my narrative adventure.
