Small and Simple Things
I was brought up with the belief that doing small and simple things, can bring great and wonderful things to pass. And indeed I’ve seen that happen in my own life. Yet, the o
Failure Need Never Be Final
Samuel Morse’s first love was painting. He devoted much of his professional life to the study of painting, and applied many times for commissions, even to the point of applyi
Time for Retreat
Last weekend, I took a few days for what I call a spiritual retreat. Twice a year, I spend a weekend listening to and reflecting on faith-promoting messages from my faith leaders.
Power of Disruption
I disrupted myself yesterday. It was a small matter, really. An associate and I had a difference of opinion on how I should do something. She wanted me to do it one way, and I had
The Seven R’s
There’s an exit off of Interstate 84 in Northern Utah that I have driven by many times. It’s the exit to a company called Thiokol, and whenever I drive by, I do it with
Your Pandemic Bucket List
Yesterday, I decided to treat myself, and try a Shamrock Shake from McDonald’s. They’ve been on their seasonal menu for as long as I can remember. And for as long as I
Cast Your Net on the other Side
This sculpture sits on a shelf in my office. It’s a depiction of the resurrected Jesus, appearing to His Apostles at the Sea of Tiberius. In the story, the Apostles have been
JUST START
It’s the week after Thanksgiving here in the U.S., and the Holiday season is officially underway. But I haven’t been feeling particularly in the Holiday spirit. Not tha
Are You Happy Where You Are?
I want you to ask yourself a question. It’s an important question, the question of all questions: Am I happy where I am? COVID-19 or no, am I happy, and am I having the impac
Sustainable Careers
I have an affinity for most things British. I love fish and chips, scones, Cadbury eggs, Jaguars (pronounced jag-you-are), The King’s Singers, Maggie Smith and Judy Dench. I