Escape the Pressure
Stylites Begun by stunt actor and former sailor Alvin “Shipwreck” Kelly, Flagpole sitting was a fad in the mid to late 1920s. On a dare or as a publicity stunt,…
Live Long & Prosper
Most people, even if they’ve never watched Star Trek, associate “Live long and prosper” with this iconic show/movie. More specifically, they associate it with one of the most well-known characters…
The Joy of Discovery
“There is no such thing as the unknown — only things temporarily hidden, temporarily not understood.” (Captain James T. Kirk, Star Trek) I love to know stuff. Not the stuff of…
“Be a Scrooge!”
“Don’t be a Scrooge” It’s a line we hear really all year long but certainly more during the holiday season. But what exactly does it mean? Scrooge (skro͞oj) n. A…
What’s Your Wow?
My oldest son graduated high school this year. His graduation ceremony was pretty typical. The speeches were mostly what you’d expect, with one exception. The high school principal gave a…
Digesting God’s Word
Most of us read Scripture for our own specific purposes. We search for knowledge, inspiration, direction, comfort and wisdom. We have a problem, and we want guidance on how to…
More Books Than Time
Some people feel the need to finish every book they start. I do not. I will start and not finish a book if it’s poorly written. I'll also stop reading it…
He Knows My Name
As a writer, I have thought a lot about becoming well known. My name on the cover of a book. My book on The New York Times Bestsellers list. But…
Go, Set A Watchman
Earlier this year, I read “Go Set A Watchman” by Harper Lee. While the book disappointed, the title stirred my curiosity. After a quick search, I discovered the inspiration for…
The Role of Simplicity in Balance
Are You a Circus Act? Ever watched one of those circus-type shows where entertainers attempt to stay balanced while gradually adding items to be balanced? These professionals balance people on people…