As I write this blog, we’re not quite sure who will win the presidential election. By the time you read it, you may know. One thing is for certain, though. The many events of the year, whether the …
Family History
Christmas is a time for getting the whole family together. For many, that can be both a good and a bad thing. Let’s face it, for many of us, our families are crazy. Some people tell me I have a loud …
The Power of Advent
One of the things I’ve come to appreciate over the years of working in a school is its seasons. As philosopher Jamie Smith has pointed out, each institution, whether the practice of law I came from, …
Charge to Seniors at Graduation 2019
It will be amazing to you and to your parents how quickly four years of college will come and go. As we speak, my daughter Emma is graduating from Baylor. It’s incredible how fast that time went. …
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Sweet Endings
As I write this, I just experienced one of those amazing travel stories. I’m on my way back from a board meeting in Colorado, traveling with a friend. Our flight was supposed to leave at 6:30 am. …
Grizzled Veteran
My wife and I are celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary this week. At this point in my marital career, I think I could qualify as a “grizzled veteran.” Like everyone’s marriage, we’ve had trials …