Maybe you’ve noticed this? People seem to be in a rush for the holidays this year. There’s no secret how much I love the season of Light (no matter what you call it.) My students tease me constantly by asking me if my Christmas trees are up yet. That doesn’t bother...

It’s been an interesting week. Warning: it’s probably best to read the next sentence slowly as it’s kind of a mish-mash of words. Do you ever find yourself unexpectedly led to contemplate things about your life that you are challenged to understand the purpose or...

For those who celebrate it, this is the week of Halloween. Halloween is one of my favorite holidays by far. I understand that a lot of people enjoy it for the creepy, scary aspect of it. I am aware that some people really enjoy being afraid. I’ve never understood...

Two years ago, a friend of mine reminded me of the power of awe. Easily in the “Top 5" of my favorite trips I have ever taken, two years ago this week my friend John Moore and I headed off to Disney World.  The list of why this trip was so freaking amazing is long and...

By the time you read this, I will be coming off of what I’m calling an "emotional sabbatical." 2019 has been an immense blessing. It’s also been very educational and a ton of work. This year alone I have been in New York (both the city and upstate), Toronto, Chicago,...