This week, people all around the U.S. will be telling themselves and others what they’re thankful for. It’s not a bad exercise. In fact, we should probably remind ourselves often (maybe daily) what–and whom–we’re grateful for. Lots of “experts” tell us to do that, and honestly, I routinely (though not daily) make a mental list; to give me perspective and to reset those days when I’m feeling like things are working against me. I’m not usually big on doing or saying things just

A few days ago, I was having coffee with a friend. During our discussion, which covered topics ranging from the personal, to family, business and sports, he mentioned a guy he knew that everyone called “Big Steve." I can’t recall the context, but when my friend introduced me to this character, he followed up with, “I’m sure you can imagine how he got the nicknames ‘Big Steve.’” (I could.)   Anyway, the topic at hand, as well as the character of Big Steve, came and went, and w

If there’s one thing I must, I must, I MUST keep in my mind every day, one thing to remember, one thing to drive my actions … … if there’s one thing I can – I must -- do to keep me moving forward in a positive, productive way, one that benefits not only me but others as well, it’s to understand, believe and act according to this statement: I’m just a guest here. Wherever “here” is. In the world. In nature. In the town where I live. At my home. In this moment. In this life. In