The Present: The Secret to Enjoying Your Work and Life by Spencer Johnson is a thought-provoking book that emphasizes the importance of living in the present moment. Johnson tells the story… Continue reading The Present: The Secret to Enjoying Your Work and Life
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Goodbye Back Pain
A glorious yoga quickie for the quads, the hip flexors, the hamstrings and the low back! Goodbye back pain is also a good name for this one, at least for… Continue reading Goodbye Back Pain
Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us
Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel H. Pink is a New York Times bestseller that challenges the traditional “carrot-and-stick” approach to motivation. Pink argues that true motivation… Continue reading Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us
The Joy of Taking a Walk in the Canyon
Imagine a place where the hustle and bustle of daily life fades away, and you find yourself immersed in the serene beauty of nature. This place is the Panther Canyon… Continue reading The Joy of Taking a Walk in the Canyon
The Importance of Purpose as Value 1
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, people are constantly challenged to innovate and adapt. However, amidst this flux, there must be a constant—a guiding principle that anchors every decision and… Continue reading The Importance of Purpose as Value 1
Being Camera-Ready in the Digital Age
In today’s digital age, being “camera-ready” extends beyond simply looking good for a photograph or video. It encompasses a broader readiness for public visibility and presentation, ensuring that every visual… Continue reading Being Camera-Ready in the Digital Age
My Perfect Sunday
The sun gently begins to rise as I wake up naturally at 5:45 AM, without the jarring sound of an alarm. The early morning light casts a soft glow in… Continue reading My Perfect Sunday
Lot 59 in New Braunfels, TX
Note: This post was originally published to a now defunct website on June 5, 2014. In 1845, Julius Voelcker boarded a ship from Germany en route to Galveston, Texas. It… Continue reading Lot 59 in New Braunfels, TX
In 2023 I watched Treme because of this interview with Steve Earle
In 2023, I finally watched Treme and immediately followed it with The Wire. So, now I finally know what he means when he says “whenever Bubbles decided to get clean”… Continue reading In 2023 I watched Treme because of this interview with Steve Earle
That time the Gin Blossoms came to New Braunfels TX
…And I wrote a preview of the show This originally appeared in 2014 on the now obsolete website thenbscene.com. Gin Blossoms make their New Braunfels debut Thursday, March 20th It… Continue reading That time the Gin Blossoms came to New Braunfels TX