Exploring the world and learning more about one another — Last month, I wrote an article, Life Was So Much Better in the 80s and 90s, on the nostalgia for a bygone era. While I enjoyed reading other people’s thoughts, Memories of Korea posed one of the most interesting questions anyone has ever asked me: “If I may ask one…

And ways to get through the difficult times ahead — As we watch the global financial system come apart at the seams, it’s vital that we discuss this wealth preservation. Whether you have $50 or $500,000 to spare, there are several different ways you can stop your hard won money from losing anymore of its value. …

How never following the most common New Year’s tradition works wonders for your mind — It’s been a hot minute since I’ve consistently written on here. I haven’t wanted much to do with screens lately. The holidays do that to me, especially now that I have a boatload of relatives living on the same property as me. And with everyone around me talking about their…

Happy, curious, and creative children are essential to any healthy community — When the seeds of my wish to form an intentional community began to sprout this past summer, I knew that children would be integral to its success. While their “practical” contributions may not start as significant, their energy, vibrance, joy, unbridled creativity, and sense of wonder would more than make…

A different perspective on green building that’s also good for our health — In a world where people have developed a heightened awareness we have on the planet, industry is plodding to catch up. Often such feet-dragging or feigned ignorance results from companies deciding specific alternatives aren’t lucrative enough for them to pursue. The construction industry is one of them. Today, we build…

How, when, and where I plan to publish my writing in 2023 — Writing on this platform has helped me find an incredible community of writers and readers. Whether it’s from their articles or the comments section of my pieces, these are people I learn a lot from and even share a lot of laughs. …