The Nineties by Chuck Klosterman Subtitled “A Book”, this latest installment from Chuck Klosterman is a periodic account of the 1990s with a particular focus on the cultural relevance of the historical events of the decade.  He examines the significant elements of the time and illustrates how they were perceived in real time, rather than... Continue Reading →

Throughout my life, I’ve allowed fear to cheat me of opportunities more times than I could count.  I’ve repeatedly failed to maximize circumstances because I assumed everyone else knew what they were doing in situations where I had no clue. I was embarrassed to admit my ignorance or to appear naive. I was afraid to... Continue Reading →

There is a point on Saturday afternoon when the world is perfect. Around 3:00, when the kids are playing in the yard and after the day’s agenda is complete, there is a peace in my life that exists at no other time. While there is a freedom to a Friday evening and there’s a calm... Continue Reading →

“Dinner was great, except for…” “Our trip was amazing, but I wish…” “He’s a good guy, however, he tends to…” We all do it. We can’t help it. We nitpick. No matter the person, place, thing, or experience, we find some way it could have been better. To some degree it’s harmless and sometimes even... Continue Reading →

“Hello.” “Yo, sup?” “Nothing.  What’s happening?” “Nothing.  So, have you ever thought about how within airports there is a subset of societal rules that apply only within those terminal walls?” “Wow.  That’s quite an opening.  It’s a lot to take in.”  “Well, now that you’ve taken it in, have you?” “Have I what?” “Thought about... Continue Reading →

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