When I was in 8th grade, I was in an "advanced" Math class with a sweet Ursuline nun named Sr. Imelda. She had a soft voice with a comforting Irish accent, and she would always store her tissues under her buttoned sleeve as apparently some nuns do. My place in that class remains one of… Continue reading A Call
A few years ago, I was away with my wife, Suzie, for a weekend getaway. After a day of exploring, we went to an observatory on the North Fork of Long Island for an opportunity to view the stars from advanced telescopes. I was moved by the generosity and passion of the volunteers who… Continue reading So Much to Learn
Shea, my 2 and 2/3 year old toddler, plays a new game in the car. As soon as we pull away and set forth on the road, she removes her sneakers and socks with a mischievous smile. Once her feet are free, she looks into the rear view mirror and says, "hold my feet daddy."… Continue reading I’ve Got the Month of May
SPOILER ALERT: This article includes details from the finale of Game of Thrones The flames of Drogon melted the Iron Throne, ending "the cycle" of dictatorship and unfortunate deaths that plagued the world of Game of Thrones for centuries. In its place, Bran "the Broken" now reigns as the wise, forever-knowing king of the six… Continue reading From the Iron Throne to the Golden Rule
This article includes SPOILER ALERTS for Game of Thrones. In the series finale of Game of Thrones, the signature episode twist occurred when lead character Daenerys was killed by Jon Snow. Her remaining dragon, Drogon, nudged her dead body in what was a moving and emotional scene. Drogon, realizing his mother's death, was a tough… Continue reading Real Horror After GOT
"There is no way to be human without having one's heart broken." -Parker Palmer Well isn't this true. A broken heart is a part of life. Yet, how we look at this brokenness is one of those keys to life. Palmer also says this: "But there is another way to visualize what a brokenheart might… Continue reading Breaking Open Your Heart
It is that time if year. Across college and high school and elementary and junior high school campuses, graduates and faculty will wear fancy robes, loves ones will shine with pride, and very smart and wealthy people will go on and on with messages of hope, success, and gratitude. Several years ago, I was honored… Continue reading Let’s Go: A Message for College Graduates
