Category: Thinking
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How Do I Use Social Media
Nothing has ever claimed to bring people closer while making them feel further away at the same time. I don’t even know 500 people, yet we’ve equated worth to ‘likes’ and digital friend counts. Here is why I’ve traded the noise of traditional social media for the clarity of long-form conversation.
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Where Do I See Myself In 10 Years
At 73, I plan to be a ‘teenager’ with more gray hair and a much better sense of humor. Between surviving long-haul flights and chasing a thousand subscribers, my ten-year plan involves less ‘slowing down’ and more ‘speeding up’ before the curtain falls.
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Five Things That Bring Me Happiness
From the quiet hum of a rainy morning to the chaotic joy of watching my kids hit their goals, a ‘good day’ isn’t about the grand gestures. It’s about a cup of coffee, a relentless family spirit, and a wife who wonders why I’m still staring.
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A Positive Thing A Family Member Has Done For Me
Retirement isn’t just a number on a balance sheet; sometimes, it’s a gift of trust. After marrying later in life and facing a mountain of educational debt, I thought the dream of retiring early was off the table. Then came a lesson in generosity that changed everything.
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Book Review – Mark Twain
I didn’t think Mark Twain’s life could fill 1,000 pages—I was wrong. From silver mines in the West to financial ruin and a surprising connection to New Hampshire, Ron Chernow reveals the tragic, vain, and brilliant man behind the white suit.
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My Favorite Restaurant
From the sizzle of a high-end US steakhouse to the bustling juice counters of Rio, my palate lives in two worlds. But if I had to choose between a perfectly aged filet and a street-side Coxinha? The winner isn’t the one with the wine list.
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The Place I Never Want To Visit
Most people shy away from the darker corners of our map, but I believe there is a profound necessity in seeing them. From the horrors of concentration camps to the high-stakes warnings of ‘Scared Straight,’ why must we look at what we’d rather forget?
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A Positive Change I Made In My Life
There have been many things over my lifetime, like exercising; however, that is not consistently maintained like it was, but it is one example. I also put myself through college. For the most recent positive change, I would say retiring and moving to Brazil. It is a much more relaxed way of life, and I…
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Book Review: 1776: The Year the American Revolution Nearly Died — and Was Reborn
Book Review: 1776: The Year the American Revolution Nearly Died — and Was Reborn David McCullough Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Most Americans remember 1776 as the year of the Declaration of Independence — soaring words, bold signatures, and the birth of a nation. But David McCullough’s 1776 insists that the true test of revolution was not…