Scottish Invasion

In the 15th century, there was money to be made if you were willing to risk traveling East on the high seas.  Importing goods like silk, spices, and tea into Europe was a lucrative endeavor.  Like any other business, if you can figure out how to be cheaper, provide a better product, or be more … Continue reading We Aren’t There Yet

To quote Rudyard Kipling, "The strength of the pack is the wolf.  And the strength of the wolf is the pack." That philosophy works in the wild.  Making sure no one is left behind.  That each member plays to their strengths.  That the good of the whole takes precedence over any one individual. I'll admit … Continue reading States United

Those that love you, and especially those that spend a lot of time with you, probably have learned little quirks about you along the way. Maybe you pronounce certain words differently than everyone else.  I know someone that pronounces the restaurant Shoney's as "SHAH-nees"  Or, if you're really, really from the deep south, you may … Continue reading From the Other Room

The notion that your faith has to look like the step that Indiana Jones takes across the chasm to get to the Holy Grail is probably a tiny bit extreme. Life is full of steps of faith, no doubt about that. Whether to buy this house, marry this person, take this job, or spend this … Continue reading Faith Isn’t Blind

Much has been said about this year's Super Bowl halftime show.  I have friends that have expressed opinions on it from both angles. Some defend the show, with lots of good arguments on why and how it was an inspiring and visionary form of entertainment, particularly when taken in cultural context. Others hold a stance … Continue reading Asking the Turtle to Fly

As you decide on how you might have a better 2020 by making a list of things you plan to improve on, I'd like to make a suggestion for both you and me. In 1996, the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA), the governing body for high school athletics in the state, established a campaign … Continue reading Just Do Right

Played out exactly a century ago, the First World War was fought in fields, towns, and farms of Western Europe.  Preceding the technology that changed how wars engaged themselves (even as soon as twenty years later), men spent the entirety of the engagement in dug out trenches that stretched across the landscape. While many died … Continue reading Building a Strong Base

After many years as a Coach and Athletic Director, I have watched countless athletic practices and contests.  I believe that you can pick out special athletes very quickly.  When I say quickly, I mean almost as soon as you walk onto the field or into the gym.  They just have that look.  They move differently.  … Continue reading Worthy

I started a longer blog, then deleted it. Then started another one, deleting that one too. Sometimes, less is more. Happy 5th Birthday to this guy.  I love you and miss you every day.

If you were to ask me to list for you the best days in my 40+ years on the earth, I would have no problem rattling them off - some with dates I could remember, some with just the day. Gave my life to Christ √ Married Jaclyn √ The birth of all four kids … Continue reading Beauty from Ashes