Writing from the Heart with Brian
Think, Laugh, & Cry Each Day
When I was 10-years-old, I roamed the middle of the pee wee football field with force and passion. You stepped foot into the middle of the field with the ball in your hands at your own peril. I was small for my age, but when I got going, I hit the other bigger players with... Continue Reading →
On two different weekends recently, my 16-year-old and 11-year old sons both went to their school dances. I got a kick out of seeing them get ready for their big nights out. They put a lot of thought into what they were going to wear and dressed-up nicer than I had expected. They looked like... Continue Reading →
The newborn’s tiny arms flailed out in the air and she let out a loud cry. Her mother quickly picked her up and laid her against her shoulder. The baby let out a whimper, closed her eyes and fell quietly back to sleep. With that, all was calm, all was right again. Whatever had caused... Continue Reading →
The Republican contenders for President have debated on prime time television twice now. The Democrats go on Tuesday. I have my favorites and not-so favorite candidates, but I’ll give credit to the field on both sides for one key thing. They may back-track and they may waffle. They may even throw out a bold-faced lie... Continue Reading →
I wrote this piece three years ago and it still holds true today. God have mercy on me or I’m in a world of trouble. When my time comes and I stand in front of the Gates of Heaven, my hope is that God grades on a curve. You know what I mean: you’re in... Continue Reading →
I sat down to write this piece thinking that I would jot a few thoughts down. One thought came, then another, and another, and another. It’s a bit long — most of my blogs will not be this long —but hopefully it conveys a deeper message. He stares stone-faced, straight ahead, head down. You just... Continue Reading →
Some days you find inspiration from the unlikeliest places. A few weeks ago, CBS kicked off its Thursday Night Football schedule with a short 2-minute introductory speech featuring actor Forest Whitaker. I’ve long forgotten the game. If I’m not mistaken, the Denver Broncos came back for a last minute victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.... Continue Reading →
Baseball great Yogi Berra died this week at the age of 90 and was known across the globe for his many quotes. You know you've lived a long, productive life when The USA Today runs a story on your death listing 50 of your greatest one-liners and quotes. Many people are familiar with Berra’s more... Continue Reading →
The runner raced up the slight hill and made the turn to the left. He led a pack of five other runners by a good 15 yards. He looked like a machine, his long legs chewing up ground, his arms moving forward and backward like pistons. His face was all business, no stress, no strain,... Continue Reading →
Writing from the Heart with Brian 
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