In an effort to get in better shape and to save some gasoline, I have been riding my bike to work on nice days. The distance is four miles each way, and the route is fairly flat with a wide, generous bike lane for most of the way. It takes me about 15 to 20 […]
Continue Reading: Built to LastOctober 14, 2001 was a pivotal day in my life, even though I had no idea of the real significance at that time. On that crisp fall day, I stood before a National Guard recruiter and expressed my desire to sign up for the Guard. The recruiter looked to be about my age, although […]
Continue Reading: Breaking The SilenceMy life today is precious and priceless and nearly perfect. I am not looking to trade my life in for another, and I have faith that all will be well in the end if I continue to keep moving forward and do my best in the roles that have been assigned to me. People sometimes […]
Continue Reading: FatherhoodSome weeks I despise writing this blog. Especially when the topic is about something I would rather ignore. This was the case last week, when I felt compelled to shine some light into the dark corner I had been sitting in while stuffing my face with unhealthy, sugar laden treats. Despite my refusal to […]
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