Writing from the Heart with Brian
Think, Laugh, & Cry Each Day
A friend of mine who works on old houses likes to say that you never know where a home renovation will lead. You start by knocking down a wall, and the next thing you know, you’re uncovering hidden plumbing or electrical issues that can be costly to fix. Things look simple—then pow-pow—it all gets out-of-hand.... Continue Reading →
I’m shaking my head. You fall asleep in a meeting at work and wake up loaded down with a ton of extra tasks. You miss your turn and it takes an extra 15 minutes to backtrack. Without putting much thought to it, you raise your hand to volunteer to help with a weekend project and... Continue Reading →
Stepping outside into the vibrant reds and golds this past weekend was a great reminder that nature is the greatest show on Earth—and why an old Bette Midler song hit so close to home.
Thought hours in front of the TV were just rotting our brains? Think again. Here is how Saturday morning cartoons, holiday specials, and classic films accidentally gave us a secret masterclass in literature, music, and fine art.
People say they want stories from a real person, not plastic. But do readers really know what they’re asking for?
From Rodney Dangerfield’s iconic stand-up routine to Charlie Brown’s football woes, here is a breakdown of pop culture and history’s most disrespected figures—and why we can’t help but root for them.
From grammar rules to racing the clock, writing is a constant friction. Yet, when keeping quiet feels worse than struggling for the right words, you keep tapping the keys.
My phone battery is having a busier night out on the town than I am. A lighthearted look at smartphone addiction, phantom battery drain, and the bodyguard-level vigilance required to find a working wall outlet.
From Evel Knievel stunt bikes and Pong to life-sized monster trucks, 300-foot roller coasters, and 28 mph e-bikes—a look at why today’s hyper-engineered toys make me drool with pure nostalgia envy.
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