“Jimmy Carter.”“Sorry. The answer was Richard Nixon.” “Jimmy Carter.”“Sorry. The answer was Ronald Reagan.” “Jimmy Carter.”“The answer was the Canary Islands.” “Jimmy Carter.”“The answer was the 4-minute mile.” “Jimmy Carter.”“The answer was the New York Yankees.” Playing Trivial Pursuit used to be one of my favorite games during my lateContinue Reading
When he was about 4 years old, one of my nephews had a difficult time pronouncing the name of my best friend. No matter what we tried, he couldn’t get it right. And for the record, my friend’s name wasn’t uncommon or confusing like Zebediah or Cornelius. The problem ranContinue Reading
A friend of mine was hosting a karaoke night at his house. There were 2 big differences between this night and one at a bar. 1. No alcohol.2. No talent required. A buddy of our host was known as a bit of a prankster, and had apparently put my nameContinue Reading
Not quite a decade ago, my wife and I were heading to Toronto for the weekend. We were going to a political leadership convention, and most of the hotels in the surrounding area were completely booked. After doing an intensive web search, I found a place in the heart ofContinue Reading
There was a period of time when my wife and I used to love camping. The campground where we stayed had a social committee, and for a brief period of time, I was their President. Whether you are the President of the United States or the President of the socialContinue Reading
A few years ago, I found myself in an unexpected situation that taught me valuable lessons about patience, perspective, and choosing a positive attitude. It started like any ordinary morning. Continue Reading