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I have been posting to this blog every day since 2005.
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Pool hopping: Yes or never?
When I was a kid, I would spend my summers pool-hopping with my friend Danny Read More
My 15 year storytelling anniversary!
Yesterday marked my 15-year anniversary in storytelling. Little did I know how important this day Read More
Kevin needs help
I listen to “The Indicator” — a short, economics-based podcast produced by NPR. On Monday’s Read More
Team logos
Washington has a history of choosing controversial names. The Washington Wizards of the NBA were Read More
Thank you!
TIME assets that the thank-you note is not dead. No duh. I wrote more thank-you Read More
Another portion of my retirement speech
It turns out that after spending 27 years in the same school — and 25 Read More
Friendly’s sad history of sad slogans
A list of slogans from Friendly’s restaurants over the years: 1979–1982 “You’re in for a Read More
The lowest forms of communication
Below are the 13 lowest forms of communication. The worst of the worst. Avoid at Read More
Best scene of TV all year
Looking for a way to entertain an audience? Pay attention to what everyone else is 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.