Perspective

Surprised by Green Lights

May 10, 2026

Almost every time I’m behind a car, waiting on a green light, the light will turn, and I’ll have to wait for the driver in…

The Magic of a Plastic Sword

April 10, 2025

Do you remember the last toy where you found magic? I don’t remember my last one, but I do remember a little wind-up plastic train…

700 Days of Reading: Lessons, Challenges, and Advice

February 24, 2025

Today marks 700 days in a row of reading for at least one hour. I’ve maintained this streak through family vacations (with five kids!), while…

Our Adoption is Over

September 7, 2024

I describe myself as a husband, father of five, and wearer of fedoras. That line captures my priorities and a bit of my quirkiness (or…

What do you believe about your capacity?

April 28, 2024

I’m a big fan of David Goggins. He is a powerhouse. David does things that I imagine no human should be able to do. He…