Writing from the Heart with Brian
Think, Laugh, & Cry Each Day
Who doesn't like a happy ending? I suspect that is why moviegoers love Christmas movies. It really is a simple formula, no matter the opening situation, there's always going to be a happy ending and it's usually Santa Claus riding off into the night yelling "Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night"... Continue Reading →
When singer David Bowie released his song Changes as a single from his album Hunky Dory 17 in 1972, the single flopped commercially, failing to chart in the UK, and peaking at number 66 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts. Recognition for the single would not come until Bowie's following album, The Rise and Fall of... Continue Reading →
With the Christmas season finally here, I think it's important to think about the reason for the season and the importance of giving with love. These are some of my favorite gift giving words of wisdom: "The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away." —Pablo Picasso ... Continue Reading →
One of my favorite facets of writing a blog or a shot story is that you often go in with an idea of what you want to write. You have some general thoughts and ideas, you might even map out an outline. You start writing and the words come slow at first, but then they... Continue Reading →
Several weeks ago, I wrote that when I was a young kid I started an Encouragement Box. I grabbed an old shoebox and started collecting old notes, photos, and comics that encouraged me and made me laugh at life's challenges. (If you're ever feeling down, Snoopy and the gang from Peanuts or Calvin and Hobbes are... Continue Reading →
My son texted us that he had a tough week. He had four exams all in the same week and was worried how he had done. I searched for the right words. I wanted to encourage him. I wanted to let him know that we were proud of him and to cheer him up. Of... Continue Reading →
I wasn't a big fan of school as a young kid. I complained about mystery illnesses to my mom and tried to convince her to let me sleep for ten more minutes and to even "play hooky" and stay home. Yes, I might not have liked school in my youth, but I've come a long... Continue Reading →
Politics is a mess. They have been for a long time. I look at leaders from both political parties and shake my head. I don't think I want much. I just want another George Washington. On September 17, 1796, Washington finalized a draft of his presidential farewell address. Two days later, the address appeared in... Continue Reading →
I was frustrated at work. I was frustrated at home. I wasn't writing much for myself and I felt like I had all this creativity inside of me and nowhere to run with it. My wife noticed the angst and suggested that I start my own blog. I kicked around the idea for a few... Continue Reading →
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