It’s funny — because when I stop and think about it, my whole relationship with “exercise” was shaped early on. … More
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Why Good Parents Always Earn My Admiration
When I think about what really sparks my admiration, it’s good parenting. Real parenting. The kind that isn’t always pretty, … More
Why People Argue Truth
(Even When Truth Doesn’t Need Their Permission) By Beebop Lately I’ve been thinking about why people argue over things that … More
Slowing Down Isn’t Easy — But I’m Working On It
Blog Post: What Could You Do Less Of? What could I do less of? Honestly?Two things: worrying… and acting like … More
The Year My Granddaughter Got Hooked on Fishing
If I stop and think about the past year, one moment rises above everything else—and it still puts a smile … More
My father’s best Birthday
“Though nobody can go back and make a new beginning, anyone can start over and make a new ending.” One … More
Five Things I’m Supposedly Good At
(Depending on the Day) You know, every once in a while a writing prompt pops up that actually makes me … More
I’d Change My Ability to Let Things Go a Little Faster
“You have power over your mind — not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.” by Beebop If … More
12 Ways to Win Without Fighting
“Strength only wins followers temporarily; respect wins them for life.” (What a Lifetime of Keeping the Peace Taught Me)** I … More
Why My Day Starts at Dawn and Ends Before Prime Time
Am I More of a Night or Morning Person? This one’s easy… at least on paper. I’m a morning person. … More
Why Some People Live in Suspicion
A Lesson From The Movie Alto Knights and Real Life Last night I watched Alto Knights, the new De Niro … More
A Thanksgiving Lesson About College, Careers, and the Future Our Kids Are Walking Into
This whole conversation started right at our Thanksgiving dining room table. The grandkids were buzzing around, grabbing rolls like they … More