I don't write these posts specifically for people with ankylosing spondylitis or migraines (though these folks certainly know the struggle). I write them for people experiencing any sort of pain. Pain is relative, it's a matter of perspective. Be it psychological or...

After a restless night, the sky ablaze with lightning and thunder, we didn't know what to expect when we arrived to the lake shore at 6 AM. The skies were ominous, the water choppy and dark, and there was a nervous energy buzzing amongst all of the 2019 CDA Crossing...

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 some...

We just received word yesterday that my TEDx talk is live on YouTube.  I'm excited to share this with all of you audacious souls. We’re hopeful that this talk can inspire, uplift and help a lot of people. If it resonates with you, please spread the word. The Healing...

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...

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...

As a Montana democrat, like many, I awoke heavy hearted yesterday. It looked like we took a beating here in Big Sky Country on candidates and initiatives that matter to us. My daughter—who was charting the election results Tuesday night—fought tears learning about the...