Hot Dogs and the Heart of Christmas
How hot dogs remind me of the magic—and the Savior—at the heart of Christmas.
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The Gentle Giant
It was junior year, Mrs. Harmon’s class. I was hiding behind a worn out copy of Of Mice and Men, doing everything I could to hide the tears that were welling up. There was something about Lenny—big, gentle Lenny—that got to me as I read through the pages. I didn’t quite know why at the time. I just knew I understood him.
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The Hummingbird
Life is busy. But, seeing a simple hummingbird this morning reminded me of the importance of taking time to take a breath
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Damned if You Do, Damned if You Delegate
I can’t do it all, but that’s never stopped me from trying. I’ve been learning the important difference between delegating and empowering and what that means for me and the people I help lead.
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Remembering Coach O (Or, Why Legends Never Die)
When you think of sports and coaches, we all have heroes. But, there are some people who are more. They are the legends that inspire us to be better humans.
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Happy Birthday, Buddy
Reflecting on the life lessons my son has taught me in the 8 years I've been his dad.
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Life's a Pitch: Gaining Fresh Perspectives at Leadership Huntington
From executive suites to team huddles, Leadership Huntington has been a masterclass in fresh perspectives, peppered with hearty laughs and invaluable life lessons from unexpected places, including Marshall Soccer Coach Chris Grassie.
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Lost in the flock
I’ve heard the parable of the lost sheep taught dozens of times in church. I’m sure I’ve even taught it a time or two. It's a classic tale, but I think there's a misconception that needs addressing.
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The Future of Creative Work (Or Why I’m Not Threatened by AI)
Maybe AI will eventually take over, but let me tell you, this wouldn’t be the first technological revolution the creative fields have withstood.
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The Power of Delivery: Insights from TEDxMarshallU
While all of the talks at TEDx MarshallU were based on brilliant ideas, only a handful felt like ideas that were truly worth spreading.
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Bird by Bird: From a throwaway line to life philosophy.
This almost throwaway line from the beloved show “Ted Lasso” has become a guiding principle for me over the last year.
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Pink Eye?!
My eyes may have looked (and felt) like hot lava over the last week, but it has also taught me an important lesson.
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2024 New Years Resolutions
Some people look down on New Year’s Resolutions, but there's never a bad time to set goals to help you become the person you really want to become
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Why a blog?
I'm starting a blog because my therapist told me to and it's less weird than talking to myself.
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Support Local
Put your money where your mouth is!
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Unstoppable Advertising
The moral of the story is that advertising works.
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My Covid Recovery
Today was my first day out of isolation after testing positive for Covid-19 a couple of weeks ago.
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2020 - End of the Year Reflections
Reflecting on 2020, it was a tough year filled with love, laughter, and memories for my little family. Despite the hardships many faced, it’s important to appreciate the good in life.
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Remembering Harold During the Holidays
Reflecting on my grandfather, Harold, and his lasting impact, especially during the holiday season.
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Caring for Each Other in Tough Times
A reflection on the importance of being kind and supportive to each other, especially during challenging times.
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A treasure chest full of Birthday reflections
For my birthday, my amazing wife and sister-in-law surprised me with a treasure chest full of dozens of letters from people in my life.
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The Importance of Expressing Gratitude and Encouragement
Reflecting on the power of words and the importance of expressing gratitude and encouragement to those around us.
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Things That Scare Me: A Halloween Reflection
In the spirit of Halloween, here's a lighthearted look at the things that scare me, from spiders to life's bigger worries.
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Nostalgia for Childhood: The Magic of Simple Moments
Reflecting on cherished childhood memories and the magic of simple, unending days spent with family and friends.
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Learning from Innocence: A Reflection on Racism and Equality
Reflecting on a simple, innocent interaction at a playground and its deeper implications on understanding and addressing racism.
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The Power of Perspective: A Morning Run Reflection
A simple change in perspective during a morning run led to a profound realization about life and how we choose to view our circumstances.
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Discovering Identity Beyond Actions: Insights from Psalm 23
Reflecting on Psalm 23 and the importance of finding identity beyond what we do, understanding our true worth as seen by our shepherd.
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