An Open Letter to My Children About Emotional Boundaries
A father reflects on emotional boundaries, relationship maturity, and protecting your peace in this open letter to his children about choosing the right life partner.
Embracing Enough: Welcome to Lou LaMedica’s Personal Blog
"Embracing Enough" is my exploration of a life well-lived—where gratitude meets growth. From mindset and parenting to small business insights, easy family recipes, and personal finance, this blog shares practical wisdom on appreciating what we have and finding fulfillment in the everyday.
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I Don’t Recognize America Anymore
A veteran reflects on state power, anonymity, and why America no longer feels like the country he believed in.
Make the Good Stuff Happen Automatically
What if the key to long-term health, savings, and peace of mind isn’t discipline, but removing decisions? A reflection on building a life that works automatically.
52 Weeks Under the Bar: How Strength Training After 50 Changed My Life
A year of small, steady habits transformed my strength at 50. From rowing to barbell training, here’s how I became stronger than I was in my 40s.
Starting Classical Guitar at 48 — Why I’m Learning Something New (and Hard)
At 48 years old, I decided to learn classical guitar — not because I needed another hobby, but because I missed the feeling of being a beginner again.
Living Well Within Our Means
We’ve learned that living well isn’t about having the biggest house or the flashiest things. It’s about shaping what you have into enough, planning with purpose, and choosing experiences that last longer than stuff ever could.
Your Gut Knows the Way
From culinary school to combat zones, parenting through COVID to rebuilding a business—this is the story of trusting my gut when nothing else made sense.
Breadcrumbs for a Life Well Spent
Journaling helps me live with intention. From food to finances to bird calls in the woods, here’s how I track what matters and leave breadcrumbs worth following.
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The Best Movies to Watch with Your Kids (That You’ll Actually Love Too)
Discover 25+ thoughtful, funny, and imaginative movies to watch with kids—from Studio Ghibli magic to Pixar gems and quiet indie favorites. These are films the whole family will love.
Strong Enough to Soften: Rethinking Independence in Parenting
How do we raise strong, self-reliant kids without sacrificing emotional support? One parent explores the tension between grit and generosity.
Breadcrumbs for a Life Well Spent
Journaling helps me live with intention. From food to finances to bird calls in the woods, here’s how I track what matters and leave breadcrumbs worth following.
The Best Starting Point: Avocado Toast with Egg
Start with garlicky toast, mashed avocado, and a jammy egg—then make it your own with bold toppings, veggies, and protein. A base recipe built to riff on.
What’s Left in the Fridge Is More Than Enough
This fast, kid-approved stir-fry of broccoli, cabbage, pancetta, and slivered almonds over creamy polenta comes together in 25 minutes—and proves that what’s left in the fridge is more than enough.
I Lost Control of my Emotions
An honest reflection on losing your temper as a parent, the power of apologizing to your child, and how one moment of vulnerability opened the door to emotional growth and trust.
I Wasn’t Going to Buy… Then I Did
After saying I wouldn’t buy yesterday, I saw signs in the bond market and political landscape that told me it was time to move. Here’s why I bought NVO and CROX—and what happened next.
Not Every Dip Deserves a Buy
I'm not buying stocks right now. Here's why I'm holding cash, how Trump’s trade war factors in, and what would make me invest again.
🌿 Energy Tea Recipe
Make this easy energy tea with fresh ginger, lemon, mint, and honey. Perfect for hikes, outdoor days, or warming up on cool mornings.
How to Motivate Your Team When the Results Aren’t There Yet
Struggling to keep your team motivated when the numbers aren't showing up? Learn how celebrating small wins and focusing on process can build long-term momentum.
The Baseball Gods Are Always Watching
A dramatic look at Game 6 of the 1986 World Series and the baseball gods who never forget missed outs. A true story of belief, karma, and redemption.
The Book That Rewired the Way I Live
How one book helped me stop coasting and start living with intention, care, and meaning. A reflection on quality, purpose, and embracing enough.
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