Dear Christian in The Workplace, You have been heavy on my heart. Some days almost 24/7. Some nights I wake up thinking about you—praying for you. You have an incredible role to play in the history of the world. This … Continue reading →
You and I know that workplace write-ups (as routinely dispensed) do not work—not really. Because, the purpose of correction in the workplace is rarely discussed, much less taught, and is seldom understood by those authorized to “crack the proverbial whip” … Continue reading →
The text said, “Just wanted you to know Allen Meek passed away yesterday. Donna Jo asked me to let you know. She knew you were pretty close to him while you worked at the high school.” And just like that, … Continue reading →
It rarely happens but when it does it’s not pretty. I woke up on the wrong side of the bed and that’s not a good thing when you are everybody’s “cheerleader.” On that morning I was in no mood to … Continue reading →
Confession: I have a love-hate relationship with Keto. I love the way it makes me feel. No sugar, no grains, and for me, even no dairy (well 95% of the time) and my body no longer aches with joint pain, … Continue reading →
It all started with that darn Thoreau quote. I was searching for God-knows-what on the Internet one day in 1999. Without any warning, the words of Henry David Thoreau popped up out of nowhere and plastered themselves across my computer … Continue reading →
What Do You Do When You Get Overwhelmed? You won’t believe what’s become my favorite focus tool ever. I don’t know about you, but the word “hustle” makes me tired. Strike that! The word “hustle” makes me want to gag. … Continue reading →
He’s fascinated by the watch. In and out of the pocket it goes. Open-and-shut. “What time is it?” he wants to know. He’s waiting for the train . . . and for the adventure to begin. And me? Well, I’m … Continue reading →
This is a story for when you’re trying to avoid distractions at all costs, and God whispers, Don’t you remember? The kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as these. I Was Determined to Stay Focused I was in no mood … Continue reading →
I’m still poring over this pint-size gem of a book called Ruth. It’s only four chapters long—no more than five or six pages—but I’m gripped by the grit of this story. For heaven’s sake, how did I miss this? I … Continue reading →