Have you ever noticed that rules can take the joy out of doing stuff? Especially rules that you had no part in making. “No!” You might say, “there must be systems.” Or, you might take the stance…“that’s just the way it is, deal with it.” Well, sometimes I just don’t…

An excerpt from A Light in the Tunnel, Chapter 8 — He had just discovered a new insight that compelled him to take a seat and clear his mind. Why do all of these school shooters choose their own schools to commit these crimes? They don’t go anywhere else; they go to THEIR school. When he washed away his fear, there…

An excerpt from A Light in the Tunnel, chapter 7 — If you are new to this series or have missed a few chapters, please click on Book Excerpts on the main menu to see all the chapters in order. Be like a soldier, he chided himself. They never had any idea what I was capable of. Now I am showing…

An Excerpt from A Light in the Tunnel: Chapter 6 — If you are new to this series or have missed a few chapters, please click on Book Excerpts on the main menu to see all the chapters in order. Peter saw his sister as ferocious in both her actions and opinions. He taught her many things, but there was no…

An Excerpt from A Light in the Tunnel Chapter 5 — If you are new to this series or have missed a few chapters, please click on Book Excerpts on the main menu to see all the chapters in order. I’m ready, were the first words he thought to himself as soon as he opened his eyes. It was a Monday…

Excerpts from A Light in the Tunnel: Chapter 4 — If you are new to this series or have missed a few chapters, please click on Book Excerpts on the main menu to see all the chapters in order. It was nearing the end of April and Daniel was driving home following yet another satisfying day guiding young minds. It…

Excerpts from A Light in the Tunnel, Chapter 3 — Start with Chapter 1 Daniel had a strategy for helping his kids figure out who they were. As soon as he thought they were capable of making a decision, he’d say: “You choose!” He’d ask questions, give his opinion, then give it up. He didn’t demand that Jo wear a…

Being different is trying as hard as you want… for the things that matter to you. For me, saying thank you matters. …………………………………………………………………………………… It’s kinda frustrating when you’re sure that you’ve grabbed hold of the key to all of our happiness and peace, but can’t seem to share it. Why? …