A Snow Day in 2026 I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but roughly one-third of the country is currently “locked…
I’m pleading the Fifth
Today’s prompt asks what I enjoy doing most in my leisure time, and I’d love to answer honestly… but then…
Living 20 Minutes from History—and Choosing Not to Tour It
I live about twenty minutes from Independence Hall, the literal birthplace of our nation. I’m ten minutes from Valley Forge…
Save Money
“A penny saved is a penny earned” has to be one of the most misunderstood quotes in history. Most people—especially…
When Medicine Becomes Cosmetic: A Line We Shouldn’t Cross
I’ve struggled with my weight my entire life, so I want to begin there—not as a disclaimer, but as context.…
Richard
I’ve carried the name Richard my entire life, and like most people, I never really thought much about it when…
American Picker
If you had asked me this question when I was twenty, I probably would’ve answered with a title. Something that…
Helping people understand their health problems
I’ve been circling a thought lately that won’t let go of me, and the more I sit with it, the…
Leadership is practiced not so much in words as in attitude and actions
To me, a good leader isn’t complicated, but it is demanding. It comes down to how you treat people, how…
Men, Women, Power—and the Era I Lived In
We’ve reached a point in this country where men’s behavior toward women from decades ago is being judged as if…
Finder & Developer
A good leader, in my experience, isn’t just someone who gives direction or sets rules. A good leader is a…
The Word Depression
Insomnia: The Night I Believed My Brain Forgot How to Sleep I want to tell this story because I know…