Why I Will Face the Fall
There’s something about the fall that makes me feel relieved and bummed out at the same time. Even though my kids are adults now, I still feel the relief seep into my soul when I see my first school bus…
Goodnight, House
We did it. We downsized, moved out of our home, and moved our son into an apartment — all in thirty days. Due to the significant loss of space that accompanied our downsizing, we harshly assessed the incumbent furniture and dispatched…
What is Home?
When change comes knocking, we want to go home. I remember living in a rundown house in California in which the cabinets were comprised of plyboard held together by contact paper. The bedrooms were so tiny I envied my hamster in his…
The Power of Small
We stand in awe of big moments. Our breath is taken by the presence of magnificent mountains; we feel the power of eternity when gazing at vast oceans; we look up in wonder at the Redwoods. We supersize our food and buy…
Four Things I Learned from the Super Bowl
Life is a roller coaster of highs and lows. We all know this to be true, but what causes our ups and downs can be profoundly different. I should probably be concerned that my highs and lows are tied to…
My Snow Story
There’s something about the white stuff that makes me happy, at least initially. Don’t worry, I’m talking about snow. As it started to fall last Friday, I stared out my front window mesmerized by how the snow turned our front yard…
Why So Busy?
Recently, my work pace has picked up, my coffee intake has increased, my weight has gone down, and my dreams have slammed on the brakes. I don’t mean dreams like the perfect house or hanging out with Adele or having Johnny…
How a Bald Eagle Proves Love Wins
I tell people that I the human race is inherently good, and they sneer at me and tell me to read the news. I share my conviction that animals have souls, and they talk about the raccoon that ate their cat. I…
When You Say “I Love You” Accidentally
I talked to our yard guy the other day about mowing the grass, and ended the conversation with: Yard guy: So, I’ll be there tomorrow to mow. Me: Sounds good. Yard guy: Take care. Me: Will do. Love you. As my…