Train Talk: The Gift of PerspectiveAs my birthday approaches, I see it as more than just marking another year — it’s a time to reflect on the journey, the challenges I’ve…14h ago14h ago
Story Review: John Cena’s Turn to Darkness“Temptation is the fire that brings up the scum of the heart.” — William ShakespeareMar 2Mar 2
Train TalkYeah, I know — it doesn’t have the same ring as Coffee Confessions, but what can I say? I’m a sucker for unnecessary alliteration.Feb 26Feb 26
Be Still: Learning to Trust AgainIt’s not often that I as a professional writer can say this, but I don’t know exactly what this is supposed to look like. I don’t have the…Feb 22Feb 22
Finding Your Voice — The Journey to Sounding Like Yourself“Man, sometimes it takes a long time to sound like yourself.” — Miles DavisFeb 19Feb 19
Lifting Houses: Finding Your Voice to Shake the World”“This is the time of Jed Bartlet, old friend. You’re gonna open your mouth and lift houses off the ground. Whole houses, clear off the…Jan 28Jan 28
Tear Down the Dam: A Journey to AuthenticityMany of you may already know this story, but in case you don’t, let me share it with you. It’s a tale that shaped my life in ways I’m still…Jan 21Jan 21
Can You Separate the Artist from Their Actions?Before I begin, let me make one thing crystal clear: I do not condone, excuse, or overlook the reprehensible actions tied to the…Jan 19Jan 19
Breaking Through the Echoes: Choosing to Believe in MyselfOn Wednesday, Dr. Stuart Bell, president of the University of Alabama, announced his retirement, effective next summer. Over more than a…Jan 17Jan 17