Estimated read time: 3 minutesThe other day I realized that my 11-year-old, who has been to Europe a bunch of times recently – including 3 times in 12 months – hadn’t flown economy to Europe in 10 years. Yup. the last time she was sitting […]
Category: Stories
With all the dangers, why I would play football again and would let my kids play as well
Estimated read time: 4 minutesI was not surprised to see the headline that fewer kids are going out for football in Eastern Iowa, but I also know this: They might be missing out. Of course, the headlines have been out there about concussions and longer-term […]
Tales from the road: Why would somebody decide to drive Uber?
Estimated read time: 3 minutesI now drive Lyft and Uber! Mostly for the stories and some extra cash is always nice. In Iowa, if you have a loan on your car, you must let your lender know that you are driving. You also must get […]
Note to Self: Enjoy The Little Things
Estimated read time: 3 minutesSometimes, it’s easy to focus on the past and difficult to recognize what you’ve accomplished. Given a bit more control, maybe you would’ve have made different choices, or made them a bit faster – but sometimes the best teacher is time. […]
Email marketing: When a business keeps sending you birthday emails about your dead dog
A look at the impact animals can have on our lives and how email marketing sent on their birthdays can fail.