We are three days into this year’s summer vacation. This morning one of my grandchildren asked, “Why can’t we stay here forever?” Her question got me thinking… what are the ingredients that make for a “Why can’t we stay here forever” vacation? The following list is not exhaustive nor have we perfected the recipe, but we have sure had a …
5 Life Lessons Learned from a Triathlon
On the 16th of May I competed in my sixth triathlon. It was one of the toughest I have done. This year I ran with two friends who deeply inspired me. There is something about confronting physical challenges that brings to the surface lessons that serve us well in every day life. Don’t miss the short video clip at the …
2 Resolutions Concerning 3 Words that Heal the Wounded Heart
After receiving a Gold Medallion Award for my book, Jumper Fables, I sped to the airport to catch a flight home. Tucked under my arm was a plaque engraved with my name commemorating the honor. When the plane leveled off at 35,000 feet, I tipped my seat back to catch up on some sleep and glanced up at the overhead …
Our Souls Need the Message in “Undone”
The picture on the cover of this book makes my brain hurt. Look at it! Ouch! Wait a minute! Life does the same thing! Life never follows the path I marked out for it. Life often leaves me standing stripped of the expectations and longings of my heart. Life is often turned upside down. It makes my head hurt. In …
4 Critical Reasons to Not be the Lone Ranger
When I first entered the world of travel and speaking, I was giddy with the fact that I was now in control of my own life. It was such a rush knowing that I would never have to attend a board meetings or answer answer to any committees again. I took offense when I met a friend at the airport …