I am privileged in my job to have authentic discussions with many people. Recently, an entrepreneur mentioned how difficult his marriage has been. He thought a separation would be best. He has been married over 20 years and is finding it difficult to persevere. He and his wife are in a state of “gridlock” (about which
Category: Family life
Sunday Bacon & Bagels
It’s Sunday morning, and I’m cooking bacon for the children. It’s a snap. You line a big tray with parchment paper, and put the bacon on it. You pop it in the oven, turn the temp to 400 degrees, and walk away. 25 minutes later, you have bacon ready. It’s a cinch to clean up
To the Airport
I woke up at 5 a.m. this Sunday morning to drop off at the airport our oldest child, who is going on a school trip for spring break. Their singing group is going to San Francisco. When we met up with the faculty member, he handed out the final version of the group’s itinerary. The
#TBT: Seattle and the Career ‘Jump Ball’
My wife a few nights ago found an old photo tucked away in a book. It’s up top. We were so young then! Back then, we had one child, who was only a few months old. Our small family was in Seattle, as we were debating where I should take a job at Amazon.com. My
My Sister and Life’s Meaning
My sister is amazing. I really love her. One day, her husband collapsed suddenly and died. An undetected brain aneurysm burst. They say that it is the most peaceful way to die. You fall asleep. My sister is very strong. Left to raise two children, ages 7 and 9, she is the epitome of grit
What Home Means
We were skiing Up North for a few days for the long holiday and just arrived back home this afternoon. It made me think about how we humans are herd animals. Let me explain. After unloading the car and stowing some gear, everyone went off to do their own thing. My wife and one child