My daughter Rachel has written a children’s book called The Little Jaguar. Reviewing a book written by your own daughter presents a small credibility problem. It’s a little like sitting in the audience at your…
I’ve long been suspicious of people who claim they sleep perfectly every night. I want to ask, “Is your life so boring you have nothing to think about? Nothing to reflect on? Nothing to worry…
Every December I look back at the books I’ve read over the past year (about 70 as I write this) and share my favorites. These are the ones that rattled my thinking a bit, or…
Before we slide fully into the season of thankfulness, hope, peace, and joy, I have a rant to share. Mid-November feels like the right time. I’ll get it out of my system so I can…
Let’s be honest: Most book clubs are run by women. Now, before you fire off an email, hear me out—this is not a complaint. Quite the opposite. Women are out there leading discussions, building community,…
While searching for new spiritual disciplines, I came across this prayer in Celtic Daily Prayer by the Northumbria Community. It’s a modernized version of the prayer attributed to St. Brendan. Brendan would’ve been a crazy…
Two weeks ago I promised one more big announcement. But first a little background. A few years ago my book Junkyard Wisdom Rebuilt was released. This was an updated version of my first book and…
I read a lot of books. This year the total will probably be 75-80. Once a year I share my favorites, and no it’s not always one of my books (though you should read Junkyard…