Live in the Present

Regardless of where you are in the world, there is likely beauty all around you.  There are things to learn and see and experience. Take a deep breath.  Set down your device.  Look around.  Listen.Live in the present moment and be “all...
Always Be Looking To Learn

Always Be Looking To Learn

Too often in life, I have spent time being impatient about “getting there.”  Whatever the destination, I want to get there now.  When it comes to goals, appointments, or even going to vacation, I am often the equivalent of the 7 year old in the...
When in Doubt, Try Something New

When in Doubt, Try Something New

There is nothing in the world that I find more relaxing and fun than a vacation with my family.  When done right, it’s a chance to re-connect, laugh, and truly focus on one another.  It’s priceless time.  In addition, it’s often a...
Asking For Help

Asking For Help

One of the hardest things I have learned as I have grown up (still working on that!) is that sometimes I need to ask for help.  I have always been an “If it’s to be, it’s up to me” kind of person.  I felt like I didn’t need any...
Does Everyone Evolve?

Does Everyone Evolve?

I don’t know if you heard about this, but a guy named Lebron James chose to come back and play basketball in Cleveland recently.  Wait…don’t leave yet!  I am excited about this because of the economic impact this will most certainly have in...
Something Ends, Something Begins

Something Ends, Something Begins

Yesterday, the second of two very old elementary schools, was demolished in my hometown.  The reaction was a mixture of nostalgia, sadness, curiosity and angst.  It’s understandable.  Both schools have been a part of the history of Coshocton for...