May 2019 Today, I took a walk in a strange town. Well, not strange, but a town I was visiting while I was doing some consulting work. Let’s call it an unfamiliar place. It was a perfect day for a stroll. Enough to make me ponder many things. But by the time I was through, I mainly pondered the powerful nature and joy of being a child. As I began my journey, I looked upon a cloud-dotted sky of icy blue. I turned a corner to see a field of dreamers open before me. A buzz of

March 2019 Given I am sort of jobless, working in my final weeks as a lame duck for the Kellogg Company, I have a fair amount of time on my hands. And of course, It’s only April, so spring hasn’t really sprung yet here in Michigan. That being the case, I have been watching more television than usual. That’s not always a good thing. But sometimes you get lucky and stumble on something that really catches your attention. The other day I was watching a documentary on the a

January 2019 Today, many people lead very busy lives. The demands of our fast-paced world create a continuous cycle of action and reaction, which can be exhausting, both mentally and physically. These circumstances don’t really allow us to spend time alone with our thoughts. Our phones often even follow us to bed, or even into the lavatory. That’s too bad, as having time to just think can be a great way to renew yourself and your mental health. Some call it meditation or mi

February 2019 My wife and I just got back from Las Vegas. It was my second visit there in the last 12 months. On the first trip, I went with seven male friends. That was fun. This time it was just my wife and me. Which was also fun, but enjoyable in a very different way. It’s true that Las Vegas offers a great deal more than just games of chance. However, gambling was still at the core of both trips. And no, I did not win. No one did on either trip. This is quite th

March 2019 As I have been saying, this is my retirement year. I turned 56 in December, and I will have 30 years of employment with my company in May, so it’s a good time to go. At work, the countdown has been on for some time. Pretty much everyone knows I’m headed to something new and different. Maybe just out to pasture. I must admit I’ve been really excited. I’m not really a party person. Don’t get me wrong, I love to plan and execute them, but having one dedicated to