The Dog Days of Summer

The Dog Days of Summer

Last weekend, while camping in the woods of East Texas, my wife and I were dubbed “The Best Geriatric Pet Parents” by her aunt.  We earned this title because of our crew of kids.  We have two dogs and two cats.  All four of them travel with us, it’s why...
Dear Cancer

Dear Cancer

Dear Cancer, I think it’s time we had a heart to heart. You caught me by surprise when you showed up.  Of all the things that were going on with my health, I never thought it would be you. I want you to know that I’m not mad at you.  I’ve come to understand...
The Secret

The Secret

In 2015 I read a book titled The Secret.  I liked it.  It was an easily digestible business book on the subject of leadership.  It was short and unlike most business books, was formatted as a story.  The topic was of a young manager struggling in...
Turning The Tables

Turning The Tables

In 2015 I started coaching Women’s Roller Derby.  My wife had been playing for 5 years, and if you know us, it was always inevitable that I would get involved at some point.  We do everything together.  I was part of the team’s coaching staff for the...
Get Busy Living

Get Busy Living

On Easter Sunday – April 9th, I made a decision as I went to bed.  I was going to wake up and go to the gym.  No matter what.  I had to send the message to the cancer inside me that I was in control.  I would not be its victim.  It picked a...