Every now and then, an ordinary to-do ends up teaching you something invaluable. Brian and I experienced this as we finalized our estate plan. As you might guess, estate planning doesn’t typically top the list of priorities for most people
I tend to err on the side of diligence when it comes to future plans. Call it overpreparation or calculated curiosity (or maybe it’s my Type A personality), but it usually works for me! I prefer to have enough structure
Time. Tick, tick, tick. For some, it elicits a sense of urgency and panic—a desire to fill every moment, pressured by busyness or the fear of missing out. Others treat time as a canvas on which they can design and
Welcome to the third edition of our 52 Experiences in 52 Weeks! When Brian and I started this challenge two years ago, we didn’t realize just how motivating and rewarding it would be to push our boundaries and reshape our
Happy New Year to all of you! I hope that you carved out time to pause and appreciate all that you have experienced last year. This season of reflection can create a mindset shift that inspires positive changes and a
It’s been a contentious year for politics. Honestly, the contention traces back to a number of historical moments and figures for me, but that’s a different conversation. Let’s just say that politics have been screwy for a while. As Election
Happy 2024 to all of you! Brian and I hope you enjoyed a restful holiday season. We spent ours mostly in peace and quiet. It was perfect. The days leading up to New Year’s Eve were marked with soulful rest
Time ticks by regardless of who we are and what we do. It shows no bias towards our accomplishments, failures, or age. We cannot pause it or slow it down for the sake of savoring the moment. Time passes before
Whether you’re a parent, a mentor, or a community member, it’s hard to deny that it would be ideal for kids to have a decent set of life skills before entering the adult world. There are a myriad of situations
It’s 2023! Another year of opportunity and possibility. Happy New Year to all of you. Brian and I hope you enjoyed your holidays. Ours were a whirlwind of fun, food, and hugs abound. We are completely unrested, but looking forward