i write about living life well… a legacy is something we live, not leave.
Learning to think wisely, authentically, and spiritually will secure us to a life of restful endurance. HeartfulMind: Empowering Emotions through Intelligent Thinking In a world where emotions often seem overwhelming and uncontrollable, the power of a HeartfulMind emerges as a guiding light. This unique approach emphasizes the transformative synergy between our heart’s wisdom and the…
Twenty-two years ago I started a book soon after the birth of my second daughter. Picking it up again in 2005 I subsequently lost the manuscript. Each attempt was during another season of my life where, as the father of daughters and husband to a bride beyond my dreams, I had to come to terms…
Holding them in my hands, keeping them safe, these tiny persons had no one else – no other hero. If I couldn’t help them, there was no hope. I shared two stories about my childhood that both seemed like hate. One was emotion – the other… Love is not a feeling. It has never been…
Gun Control is a useful tool in deterring and mitigating gun violence, despite the staunch protests of 2A advocates who dismiss it as folly. One of my earliest memories of “working” involved being given a small hammer, a 2×4 full of nails, and instructions to remove them all. I quit after thirty minutes. By the…
The Profound Influence of Assumptions: Unraveling Their Power Assumptions, adorned with alliteration, possess a remarkable ability to amplify and affect various aspects of our lives. From altering our perceptions and perspectives to shaping our decisions and relationships, assumptions hold significant sway over our thoughts and actions. Let’s delve into the intriguing world of assumptions, exploring…
Moving toward a more full-time role in writing has given me the opportunity to learn how successful both writing in community and from conversation can truly be. For four weeks I’ve been writing among creative peers, learning to develop better disciplines and skills for publishing. In that time I’ve learned more about myself and how…
A poem of me: A Rose.
1984. The year it all took place. Darkness lay over the table like a blanket under the sliver of a moon at midnight. The meal prepared for me, too dark to see, lost its appeal. In fear, I struggled to find my way from the table, sheepishly walking to find the heavy door, pushing through…
I write about living well. Well, I write about living. Life often isn’t well. Life is often not worth living well. No matter how I parse this, the truth is that I am unable to find consistency in self-expression without some internal/external power pulling or pushing me against the tides of my own chaos. Reflection…
“Everything and Sometimes Nothing: An experiment of voice” Love is the essence of living. Defining love cannot be tamed. The heart is wild, and desire devours sensibility when the heart gives way.Yet, is fleeting and prone to wane.Surreal is how the culture sees, love without form, and selfishly derived.How can one know real love? Love…