How Music Shapes Memory, Emotion, and Spiritual Connection
A reflective essay on music, memory, vinyl records, and spirituality — from childhood car rides and classic rock to college nights and the mysterious emotional power of sound.
Posts
I Missed Intel at $20 — What the Stock Market Taught Me
I keep watching Intel stock climb and thinking about the money I could have made. But this post isn’t really about regret. It’s about investing psychology, national security, AI, and learning how to handle missed opportunities without abandoning your process.
When Caring Isn’t Enough: Leadership, Empathy, and Accountability
A real look at the tension between supporting employees through hard times and maintaining standards. Where empathy meets accountability.
Youth Baseball Situational Awareness: Teaching Kids to Think for Themselves
Most youth baseball players don’t struggle with talent. They struggle with awareness. Here’s how we teach kids to read the situation, think for themselves, and make the right play in real time.
Rancho Gordo Alubia Blanca Salad with Pepperoncini, Arugula & Pecorino
Italian white bean salad with Rancho Gordo Alubia Blanca beans, pepperoncini, arugula, roasted red peppers, and Pecorino Romano. A fresh, easy side dish for pasta or grilled meals.
Crab and White Beans Over Rice (Rancho Gordo Alubia Blanca & Bacon)
A rich crab and white beans recipe made with Rancho Gordo alubia blanca, bacon, roasted garlic, and cherry tomatoes. Served over rice using the 50/50 method for perfect texture and flavor.
First Home Run Story: Youth Sports, Goal Setting, and Hard Work
A cold, wet game. A 2–0 count. And a first home run over the fence. A simple story about youth sports, goal setting, and how hard work pays off for kids.
Youth Sports Leadership Lessons: Accountability, Attitude, and Handling Failure
A bad inning, a quiet car ride, and a text message that revealed what leadership really looks like.
Let Kids Be Bored: Why Boredom Builds Creativity and Independence
A quiet moment on a log in the woods turned into a simple reminder: boredom isn’t something to fix—it’s where curiosity and imagination begin.
Rancho Gordo Cranberry Beans Pasta e Fagioli with Pancetta
A rich, comforting pasta e fagioli made with Rancho Gordo cranberry beans, pancetta, cabbage, and red wine. Built step by step for deep flavor, then finished with olive oil and a splash of balsamic to bring it all together.
The Rock Shelf: A Simple Family Travel Tradition That Keeps Kids Present
A simple family tradition—collecting rocks from trips—helps kids stay present, explore nature, and turn small moments into lasting memories.
Late Night Snack Mix Recipe (Sweet & Salty Munchies Bowl)
Sweet, salty, crunchy, chewy—this late night snack mix is the perfect answer when the munchies show up and you don’t feel like overthinking it.
Made with Bullet