Taking the Uphill Hike
A few weeks ago, I wrote about my exhausting hike down Mammoth Mountain. Shortly after, a reader (Joe) challenged me, saying that it would have been …
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This is Really Weird
For most people, Minnesota is simply a fly-over state that’s bitter cold in the winter. But now, with Governor Walz as a VP candidate, we’re getting …
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What If It Was Possible?
Have you ever had someone tell you to “Get real. It’ll never happen.” Words like that can be discouraging—especially if you have your own doubts …
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What’s the Real Scoop?
I’ll never forget meeting with an editor at a local newspaper to propose writing a column for the business section.
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I Have a Confession to Make
Years ago, I was a high school teacher for four years. I was miserable. It was clearly a bad fit for me. When I tried finding another job, it was …
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A Real Mammoth Task
I shouldn’t have been thinking of work on my vacation. After all, it was a beautiful day in California, and we were hiking in the Sierra Mountains.
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What I’m Curious About Today
I must admit, I’m a “questionable” character. But that doesn’t mean I’m dishonorable, untrustworthy or morally weak.
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Whaaat? How Appalling!
I don’t get upset too often. Usually, I’m pretty calm about things. But when I heard the news about CEO Elon Musk’s compensation package, I lost my …
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What Jack Taught Jill
At the end of his senior year in high school, Jack joined the Navy and was shipped out to the Pacific. It was near the end of WWII, but he felt it …
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