GRIN & BARE IT
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I have been posting to this blog every day since 2005.
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Three reasons I don’t like soccer
A friend asked me if I was enjoying the World Cup. “I don’t like soccer,” Read More
My proposed gravestone
The Moth recently asked what you would like inscribed on your gravestone when you die Read More
Pranking adventure
Back in the fall of 2021, I invented a child named Andrew. My colleague, Kelly Read More
Resolution update: June 2026
Every month, I record my progress toward my yearly goals to hold myself accountable and, Read More
Pickle with a purpose
Here’s another gift given to me at my retirement party: A bag full of things Read More
How to annoy a child
As an elementary school teacher for the past 27 years, I have learned a great Read More
He knows me
Many of my former students attended my retirement party, including a boy named Ryo, whom Read More
The Tyranny of the Ice Cream Truck
My latest humor column in Seasons magazine on The Tyranny of the Ice Cream Truck
Notes on my retirement posts
A few notes from my recent posts on my retirement party: Three people contacted me 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.
