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I have been posting to this blog every day since 2005.
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My favorite part in “Bambi”
A woman beside me on the plane looks at my phone. I’m watching an SNL Read More
Sunlight can only be pictured with shadows
Diary entry of James Webb Young, advertising executive and, two years after writing this entry, Read More
A word filled with predators
I’m listening to an audiobook production of “Sandman” by Neil Gaiman. I was especially excited Read More
My choice of teacher
In a recent interview, I was asked, “If you could choose anyone to teach your Read More
McRib sauce is a premium product
Last week, McDonald’s sold 500 half-gallon containers of its McRib barbecue sauce online for $19.99. Read More
Resolution update: November 2024
Every month, I report the progress of my yearly goals to monitor progress (or the Read More
Unacceptable theater behavior
Later today, the family and I will journey to the movie theater to see Moana Read More
Everything happens for a reason…
“Everything happens for a reason…” I hate these five words. Do you know who says Read More
In every small way, find a way.
I bumped into someone last night while shopping — a friend who told me he 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.