“A strict father doesn’t show love in hugs or kind words—he shows it in boundaries, discipline, and the strength he…
If I Started a Sports Team… The Science Behind My Mascot
This is today’s WordPress prompt:“If you started a sports team, what would the colors and mascot be?” At this point,…
Nope
Don’t Pretend You Have One — Or Don’t Care Some people today love calling themselves “independent.” It sounds noble —…
My Politics Didn’t Change. Reality Did.
The most dangerous shift isn’t left or right — it’s losing what’s true. See the answer at the end. How…
Warning: This Reading Nook Will Make You Hate Your Own House
My Perfect Space for Reading and Writing You know, WordPress comes up with these daily questions like they’re handing out…
can’t think of a new one right now
If I’m being completely honest… I never really looked at cars as a form of self-expression. Being the practical guy…
I am Great with Kids
Last night I went over to my middle daughter’s house for dinner. We’ve turned that into a Christmas tradition over…
How Am I Creative?
(According to WordPress… it’s always “me me me me!”) It’s Christmas Day. Families gathering, kids ripping open presents, ovens working…
The Slpit Ticket
When I was young, my father used to say he voted for the opposite party every election cycle—just to keep…
The Middle Class Didn’t Fail — It Was Squeezed, The Wealth Gap
“The middle class is the backbone of our economy.”— Barack Obama I remember asking my dad what was the difference…
Who are the biggest influences in my life?
For me, the honest answer isn’t a list of famous names, mentors, or heroes—it’s the mistakes I’ve made. As uncomfortable…
The Mid Term Election
“Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss…