Well maybe in my mind it was unintentionally broken

It was 1974, and I was seventeen years old. I had my heart set on a white Levi’s denim jacket. … More

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“Keep the best, sell the rest, and never waste time teaching those who don’t want to learn.” People ask me … More

I was an antique dealer long before there was eBay, back when information was the real currency of the business. … More

The item I was incredibly attached to as a kid wasn’t a toy, a blanket, or some action figure I … More

What’s my favorite cartoon? Easy — The Road Runner. Now here’s the best part: all seven of my grandchildren love … More

Who Are My Current Most Favorite People? WordPress threw me another “deep thought” prompt today:Who are your current most favorite … More

When today’s writing prompt asked, “What is your favorite place to go in your city?” my answer came instantly—but it’s … More

What Book Am I Reading Right Now? Today’s prompt asks, “What book are you reading right now?” Well… none. I … More

I was about ten years old when I first learned what a contract was. I don’t remember where I heard … More

I don’t know how many of you heard this story when you were younger, but this was the campfire tale … More

it’s easier to get forgiveness than permission Managing to the Lowest Common Denominator: How Companies Kill Their Own Success Over … More

I was twelve—maybe thirteen—and it was the summer everything seemed to glow. My best friend Glenn lived just down the … More