A writer’s best friend and enemy

I got in my car and felt like crud, lower than dog poo on the bottom of your shoe. I … Continue reading A writer’s best friend and enemy

The elephant in the room

Earlier this summer, I found myself without a job. One day I was working on an important client project and … Continue reading The elephant in the room

I had to fill out a background check for a new job last week and they asked all the normal … Continue reading A different kind of background check

I should have read the room better. If I had, I would have known to keep my mouth shut. My … Continue reading Report cards: What not to say

Crack open the champagne bottles. Let the confetti and balloons fly. Ring the bells, it’s time to celebrate. September marks … Continue reading A special five-year anniversary

I grew up loving Major League Baseball. My wife isn’t as big of fan as me, but she still likes … Continue reading Looking forward to a crowded stadium

I should have listened. Before we even left the house, I saw the weather report calling for the possibility of … Continue reading Listen closely

The young woman rang up my grocery order. I had the exact number of items to fit the express line, … Continue reading Can you feel the love tonight

For the first time in more than 30 years, I have nowhere to go when I get up tomorrow morning. … Continue reading Getting a pink slip

We’ve all had crazy weeks. Everyone across the globe, from Australia to Hungary, Ireland to Mongolia, Norway to Zambia, and … Continue reading Surviving social distancing!