How do you expect to finish if you never start?
Writing wasn’t a priority in 2017: I posted two blogs. I could make a laundry list of excuses, but they’re just that, excuses. But, I’m making a small commitment, 15 minutes per day, to writing more. Starting with the the second part (first one, here) of this mini-series on an experiment with less. This renewed commitment comes at the beginning of… Continue reading 30 Days of Less Recap
It’s no secret that I love to read (and listen to) books. I do my best to gift books, especially to the children in my life, as often as possible. And since it’s that time of year when everyone is buying presents, I thought I’d share some potential gift ideas. A number of my favorite authors have sent me lists like… Continue reading 2017 Reading List
Mike & Mike “Do I really need a new pair of shoes?” “Yes, they’re cool.” “I agree, they are cool. But do I need them? I am trying to save money right now. I don’t know if or when this metaphorical tap will be turned off and I’m going to be income-less. I’m planning on the end of the year… Continue reading How To Quit Your Job
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, New Year’s “Resolutions” are a waste of time. Yearly Goals, however, are something I highly value. I firmly believe that once you set your mind to something, the only thing that can stop you is you. There is no other time in history which has offered more resources or connectivity than right now.… Continue reading How To Accomplish More in 2015 (My Goals)
“The average man is a conformist, accepting miseries and disasters with the stoicism of a cow standing in the rain.” – Colin Wilson When 2014 began, I was determined NOT to be a cow standing in the rain. I labeled it a transformational year and it has been just that. Since I started this blogging journey I have shared tons of personal… Continue reading 7 Things I Learned By Having A Transformational Year
I went ten months without a job. I spent most of that time lost and confused, not knowing which path to take. And when I finally chose one, I didn’t know if it was the “right” one. All I could do was forge forward and trust that everything was going to work out. I put my story into a book.… Continue reading Giving to Gain
Flat tire… awesome 9:16 pm EST 4/8/2014 I’m starting to get a little agitated 9:31 pm EST 4/8/2014 I’m full on ticked 9:41 pm EST 4/8/2014 Headed home! 9:47 pm EST 4/8/2014 I’ve been working on changing this tire for the last 15 minutes and the only soul that has even acknowledged my presence is a homeless guy who has… Continue reading The Problem With America
