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  • You May Have A Leak!
    You May Have A Leak!

    My wife arrived home one day recently and found a note on our door handle notifying us that our water meter had been going nonstop for over 24 hours.  The note let us know this could indicate that... Read more

  • Not Infertile Anymore!
    Not Infertile Anymore!

    Roughly four years ago, there was conversation amongst friends about one couple’s inability to conceive. One of the friends suggested the couple try their chiropractor. The appointment was set. Only one... Read more

  • Benefit Of Pulling Together
    Benefit Of Pulling Together

    At state fairs around where I grew up, there is an event at which two strong and healthy draft horses are linked together with a harness of sorts.  This harness is attached to a large, heavy sleigh... Read more

  • Squared Up?
    Squared Up?

    A while back, I had an interesting conversation with a contractor. He shared just how critical every step of the process of building a house is. There is the blueprint, the foundation, the framing, and the... Read more

  • Going From Good To Great
    Going From Good To Great

    Jim Collins wrote a book entitled “Good to Great” about the good companies in recent history that made the shift to being great. It’s as close to a scientific analysis of key points that these companies... Read more

  • When To Invest…In You
    When To Invest…In You

    This last weekend we had an opportunity to spend the weekend on Shaw Island, one of the San Juan Islands. Our friends are staying on a beautiful 17 acre parcel in an older home with a guest cabin, some... Read more

  • Completely Broken
    Completely Broken

    Go to YouTube and search for “Katie Hansen Skydiver.” You will see a video of the number one female skydiver in the world, strutting her stuff in the sky. You can’t watch her accolades without your... Read more

  • Ready To Take The Leap?
    Ready To Take The Leap?

    Sometimes life throws you challenges and sometimes you go out and search for them. Wouldn’t it be nice to be prepared either way? I think so.

    In recent years, “mud runs” have... Read more

  • Always Stay Focused
    Always Stay Focused

    In archery, there is technique involved. You need to know your distance. Slow down your breathing. Relax your grip. Steady your aim. Then and only then…release.

    In order to hit... Read more