Keeping Your Word

Keeping Your Word

Recently my two sons and I attended a Michigan Basketball game in my hometown of Ann Arbor. Like most early season games, this one was a total mismatch. With a few minutes to go as I expected my Wolverines were up by almost 40 points and I asked my sons if they were...

What’s Your Halloween Costume?

I love Halloween, and it appears many of the rest of us do as well. I read an article that said Halloween has become the second most profitable holiday for retailers now that adults indulge in elaborate costumes and house decorating. I think my favorite part about...
Leaves Are Changing, How About You?

Leaves Are Changing, How About You?

Autumn in Michigan is truly my favorite time of the year. The changing leaves create a natural fireworks display every day. The sunny days and cool nights are perfect for sitting outside with a hot cup of coffee or hot cider wearing jeans and a sweatshirt. The apples...
Be Great Today

Be Great Today

One of the best ways I’ve ever learned to accomplish goals and sustain momentum is to pay attention to the messages and conversations I have with myself. What am I saying to myself over and over again? Believe it or not, those conversations matter. In my opinion, they...
Getting Outside the Wake

Getting Outside the Wake

It’s hard to believe that summer has passed us by already and we’re about to get out the pumpkins. This past summer my family was fortunate to visit relatives and friends who happen to live on lakes with boats and, most importantly for the kids, “tubes.” For those of...