Conquer Your Mountains
5 years ago, my sweetheart and I embarked on the great adventure of marriage. We planned our family, and have stuck to the plan. We now have two awesome boys, and the daily experiences that come with raising children. And as we prepared for our third child, we were even more excited. We were told…
The name Abraham Lincoln promotes different thoughts for different people. Some think of “Honest Abe” and his impeccable reputation for integrity, others think of Abe’s face plastered on $5 bills and pennies. And who could forget that extremely legitimate beard. For me, the words, “Of the people, by the people, and for the people….” always…
“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act, but a habit.” – Aristotle Most people are probably familiar with this quote from Aristotle, the renowned philosopher of Ancient Greece. He is known for his teachings, which have influenced all of Western culture ever since circa 300 BC. The substance of this statement…
Team Hoyt is a father-son triathlon team unlike any other. Rick and Dick Hoyt have participated in over 1,100 races together (check out this Chart of Events!) and have received a myriad of awards for their efforts. Yet what makes this team unique is the fact that Rick (the son) was diagnosed with cerebral palsy—a…
“Only those who look with the eyes of children can lose themselves in the object of their wonder.” – Eberhard Arnold Lately I have found myself feeling “all grown up.” I have a steady job, family and plenty of the infamous “R” word (responsibility). I watch grown up TV, read grown up books and have gorwn up…
This great song from Ziggy Marley is my family’s theme song. My wife and I listen to it together and plan to use it as a family time song with our children as they age. The beauty of this song is not only found in the wonderful harmonics and melodies, but in the universal message:…
Look at the picture to the left. What do you see? Is it an old, ugly, sad woman or a beautiful, young maiden, flaunting her profile? Technically, it’s both. The picture is an optical illusion which features two images. Most people immediately see one or the other. In fact, most people generally struggle to see the…
It’s fascinating how the world’s greatest silent actor went on to give one of the greatest speeches ever recorded… Charlie Chaplin was born into humble circumstances in London; his father had left them, and his mother was put into a mental asylum. He became a performer at an early age, and was in the industry for over…
Sixto Rodriguez is a musician with a unique story. He could be called “the rock star who never was” or more accurately, “the musical icon that never knew it.” His music served as an inspiration for a nation divided. But up until a few years ago, he had no idea. Years ago, he recorded an album here in the…