Showing Up Isn’t Enough
A moment to reflect Once upon a time, just showing up got you pretty far. Be on time. Keep the line moving. Keep your head down. Speak when necessary. But that was then. Today, sho
Dear God…
Good Morning, God, Right now, Mother Nature is throwing us one heck of a storm; the crashing rain against the windows woke me up, so can we talk? “Where shall we start?”
What champions do on the “day after” (International Women’s Day Reflection)
As legend has it, after Serena Williams (aka The G.O.A.T.) won Wimbledon in 2015, she was back on the practice court the very next day, looking for ways to enhance her ga
Dear God…
Good morning, God, It was another early morning, but it was worth it. Mother Nature whipped up a gorgeous sunrise with robin-egg blue and fuchsia brushstrokes that rested just abov
How to Win the Super Bowl
Unless you’re a big football fan or from St. Louis, you might not remember the St. Louis Rams (now the L.A. Rams). They were unremarkable in 1998, finishing with a 4-12 recor
“A heartfelt and fun ripple effect” created by a human.
“Here’s a refined version that keeps it warm and professional: Hi Michael, Elizabeth mentioned I should connect with you via LinkedIn, and I’d love to set up a qu
The flu, Zuckerberg, and Energy
A few days ago, I got my flu vaccine, and little did I know, on the same day, I was exposed to the virus. My immune system has been working overtime. Between naps, I’ve watch
Dear God,
Dear God, Good morning, Today, Hope got up early, and though I wanted to sleep more, I couldn’t. When I came downstairs, I saw this spectacular sunrise with peach, cora
10,000 Steps or Less?
In 1964, Japan hosted the Olympics for the first time. It was an opportunity to bask in national pride and showcase their rebuilding efforts after WWII. It also sparked increased i
Finding a cure for neurasthenia
A moment to come together During the holidays, my fam and I were discussing the virtues of The Vermont Country Store, which led to a conversation about The
