I have been thinking about writing a post that connects the challenge of leadership with the wildfires occurring in California. Here are some thoughts on the issue. It’s frustrating to see and hear national-level leaders and company CEOs blaming the fires on actions taken by state leaders that have nothing to do with the actual … Continue reading The Burden of Leadership
Rockin’ Thursday XLVII
For today’s Rockin’ Thursday, I’m featuring "Amanda" by Boston, an American rock band formed in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1975. "Amanda" is my favorite song, with "More Than a Feeling" in close second. The song was released in 1986 and reached the number one spot on the U.S. Billboard charts that same year. I really like the lyrics, especially toward the … Continue reading Rockin’ Thursday XLVII
My Basement Garden (Update)
Back in October, I introduced you to my basement garden project, and so far, it’s going well. At the end of that post, I mentioned that I’d be providing updates in the future, so today I’m doing just that. Since October, I’ve added a second grow light and another table to give the plants a … Continue reading My Basement Garden (Update)
Book Review: Just Discipleship
I was very intrigued when I read the title of this book. My first thought was about discipling Christians to be just and fair. This should, of course, be a given, as all Christians are called to model these virtues. However, in many cases, these characteristics are lacking, which I believe is due to a … Continue reading Book Review: Just Discipleship
Rockin’ Thursday XLVI
For today’s Rockin’ Thursday, I’m featuring Back on the Road Again by REO Speedwagon, an American rock band from Champaign, Illinois, formed in 1967. They have many hits, including Can’t Fight This Feeling. Back on the Road Again was released in 1979 as part of their album Nine Lives. The band broke up last year, but their … Continue reading Rockin’ Thursday XLVI
Thermodynamics: Because Political Nonsense Is Exhausting
Between proposals to make Greenland the 51st state of the United States, take over the Panama Canal, and rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, the word "thermodynamics" came to mind. Not because I’m some genius scientist—I’m certainly not—but because I’d rather pull out my old college Physics and Physical Chemistry textbooks … Continue reading Thermodynamics: Because Political Nonsense Is Exhausting
Finding Your Flow
Happy New Year, my friends! We spent a wonderful week with family and said goodbye to 2024 in a low-key but meaningful way. As the year turned, I spent some time reflecting on the past and the future, and the word “flow” came to mind. In the book Quiet by Susan Cain, I read that … Continue reading Finding Your Flow
My Reading List: 2024-2025
It’s that time of year when I recap the books I’ve read and share my reading plans for the upcoming year. Last year, I managed to read 13 books—one more than my original goal. This year, I read 21 books, and I couldn’t be happier. My reading time feels like a mini-retreat—a chance to lose … Continue reading My Reading List: 2024-2025
Rockin’ Thursday XLV
I hope you had a wonderful day yesterday, spending time with those close to you. As we prepare for the New Year, it’s hard to believe there are only five days left of 2024. I thought it would be great to find a New Year’s song to help us reflect on the past year and … Continue reading Rockin’ Thursday XLV
A Warm Holiday Hug to My Wonderful WordPress Community
I know that many of you in this wonderful WordPress community will be celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, or simply taking a little break from the daily routine to enjoy time with family and friends. Let’s take time to celebrate the little things—the laughter, the shared moments, and the kindness we show one another. No matter how … Continue reading A Warm Holiday Hug to My Wonderful WordPress Community
Thoughts about leadership, history, and more 