“A parent’s job isn’t just to teach, but sometimes to protect their child’s innocence a little while longer.” When I … More
Tag: writing
If Money Didn’t Matter…Well, I Already Did It!
I left a high-paying, high-stress corporate job at 48. Most people thought I was crazy. I walked away from a … More
Why Most Comedians and Late Night Hosts Aren’t as Smart as They Seem
Today’s comedians and late night hosts often thrive on shock value. They push the boundaries not necessarily to say something … More
I Started Out As A Child
“Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.” I grew up in a … More
To Put your Goals in Writing
“A goal without written documentation is just a wish.” You probably already know how much I believe in the importance … More
Rise and Fall to the Level Around You
I’ve come to believe that life is less about raw talent and more about the company you keep. It’s a … More
Tea for the Tillerman: A Reflection on Life in My 20s
When I was in my 20s, Cat Stevens’ Tea for the Tillerman was more than just music—it was a mirror … More
A True Story
“Fate is what happens when you’re busy making other plans.” It’s always struck me as uncanny how history brushes past … More
Life Without Music? you ask
What would my life be like without music? Well, first, I’d wake up groggily with no Peace Train to carry … 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
Disconnected in a Connected World
In the early days of America, communication was simple and personal. Neighbors spoke face to face, shared the news through … More
Keep the Best, Sell the Rest: Lessons from a Life of Buying and Selling
“Finding a gem where others see junk is the essence of antique buisness” I am often asked how I got … More
