“What was that?” my father said. It seems that for the past couple of years, my father’s hearing has deteriorated but refused to acknowledge the loss. He’ll say that he can hear but has trouble distinguishing words. He also claims […]
Many years ago, I opened my offices in a neglected area of downtown Miami. What attracted me to the area was the rawness and potential of the area. It also helped that the rent was much lower than in many […]
Free Burma Rangers is a documentary following the life and mission of David Eubank and his family. David was born in Texas and grew up as the son of Christian missionaries in Thailand before attending Texas A&M University and then […]
If you’re a frequent reader of my writing, you’d know I’m interested in quite a few things. One of my favorite activities is archery. What I enjoy most about archery is the focus and attention it requires—more than this, archery […]
My love for books and reading didn’t start until after I graduated from college. I think it’s because I decided what I wanted to read and when for the first time in my life. Since then, almost my entire collection […]
Almost two years ago, my kids asked for a dog. They were insistent, and after many discussions and promises on their part, we adopted one from the local shelter. Not long after bringing her home, we realized she’d was well […]
Some time ago, I was impressed by a woman at work and her work ethic. Curious, I asked her how she found joy in her job. Without hesitation, she said, “My Lord and Savior gives me the strength.” I commended […]
As we discussed the sale of our small flats boat, my wife focused on the possible pitfalls and issues that could arise. I, on the other hand, wasn’t too concerned about those things. This conversation came about because I met […]
Yesterday I was visiting a client’s office and was working on some label designs for them. As I clicked away on the computer, a young man greeted me. “You’re Marcos, right?” he asked. “Carlos,” I replied. “Yes, yes, you’ve told […]
Barry Bremen is best known for his outrageous stunts as an imposter. Not surprisingly, he acquired the title The Great Imposter. During the late 1970s and early 1980s, Barry would pose as a professional player and figure in professional sports. […]
In 2014, NASA made history by sending a design file to the International Space Station’s 3-D printer to print a ratchet wrench. “In less than a week, the ratchet was designed, approved by safety and other NASA reviewers, and the […]
Thirteen years ago today, God blessed us with the arrival of our first son. His life is an example of faith beyond what I ever expected. Before his birth, my wife’s doctor told her it would be challenging for her […]
