Oct 18, 20222 minLinguistic FingerprintsThere is a fluidity to language. Sure, there are linguistic rules that provide structure and proper grammar and all that, but the truth...
Oct 18, 20221 minBrush StrokesA couple years ago I spent an afternoon at the Art Institute of Chicago. I’ll be honest. I know nothing about art – but I know enough to...
Oct 18, 20222 minLearning to WalkHave you ever watched a father gently hold the small hands of a child as they tiptoed their way across a kitchen floor? The child is...
Oct 18, 20221 minWorth ItIn 2008, Bryan Clay won the Olympic gold medal in the decathlon, arguably the most difficult athletic feat in the world. “How did it feel...
Oct 18, 20221 minDrawing TargetsThere once was a little boy that received a bow and arrow set for his birthday. He excitedly ran outside to practice his shot on the side...
Oct 18, 20222 minBetween the Notes“C’mon,” my two-year-old nephew said as he took my hand. “Play me.” (Let me translate for you. Play with me.) “What do you want to play,...
Oct 18, 20222 minStill in the BootNear the end of my brother’s freshman year in college, he broke his ankle. He had a buddy – let’s call him Dave – who saw him limping in...