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From Burned to Beautiful

From Burned to Beautiful

About a year ago, a fire broke out in a conservation area in my neighborhood. The spark from a landscaper’s mower ignited some dry grass, which quickly spread to the adjacent trees. I watched in disbelief as flames shot high into the air and the beautiful leafy trees...
Spring Cleaning

Spring Cleaning

Spring cleaning was an annual tradition for my grandmother. Each spring, she would roll up her sleeves, don yellow latex gloves, and embark on a thorough cleaning of her house. For her, the endeavor involved more than just running the vacuum, mopping the floors, and...
The Peanut Butter and Jelly Perspective

The Peanut Butter and Jelly Perspective

Today is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day! Is there any more iconic pairing than Peanut Butter and Jelly? According to a survey by the Smucker’s Company, the average American will eat 1,500 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches before graduating from high school....
The Toddler and Tiger Viral Video

The Toddler and Tiger Viral Video

Social media can be the bane of my existence. I enjoy sharing insights and observations about the art of being a good teammate, but sometimes coming up with daily content can be challenging. Recently, I shared a video of an adorable little boy interacting with LSU’s...
Pappy’s Service

Pappy’s Service

My wife’s grandfather, “Pappy,” passed away last week. He was 98 years old. A decorated World War II veteran, he epitomized everything great about the Greatest Generation. On his 90th birthday, he published a memoir titled Battle Tested: Street Kid, Soldier, Teacher,...

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