Sticks

Marriage is hard. Working in a business together is harder. You both have to pick up sticks, but under no circumstances can you whack each other with them, even if you want to (visualization helps).

Twenty-one

At a time when I was on the precipice of a big life decision, a friend gave me this advice: ask yourself what guidance you would give your child if they were in your situation. Then, do that.

Rubber chicken circuit

Life is busy, so much so that the time left after kids’ sports and after-hours responsibilities leaves little time to attend social events. It is a big deal to go out.