The Long Bridge

The Long Bridge

I missed my little shadow on this swim, but I’m sure grateful for the experience. It’s always special being back in North Idaho, on the waters of my youth. It was a quick and dirty dash back to the panhandle for the Long Bridge Swim. I had three simple...
My A.S. Story

My A.S. Story

I recently had the good fortunate of connecting with the Spondylitis Association of America. They asked me to write a feature for their website called “My Story.” In honor of World A.S. Day and A.S. Month I wanted to share. I hope you all enjoy and find...
TEDx HeironymusPark

TEDx HeironymusPark

I can’t even put into words how profoundly and deeply being a part of this event, TEDx HeironymusPark moved me. Everything about it from rehearsals to the big show was overwhelming. The intensity of the preparation and focus from the speakers to the organizers was...
Effort Is Everything

Effort Is Everything

We live in a world of clichés, hype, trendy speak. There’s such an emphasis on the hustle, on results, on outcomes, in part because that’s what sells books, products and podcasts. But as a writer and father, I refuse to fall victim to the noise. Words matter. And I’m...