Single People Can Be Just as Content as Committed Folks — Have you ever noticed how often society seems to push the idea on all of us that people are only happy when they’re in a relationship? No? Think about this blog the next time you’re watching TV. Over the next week, notice each television series, movie, or even commercial that…

The Noticeable Similarities Between it and a Newspaper — I am pretty open about the way I run my Medium blog. A few writers have asked me to expand, and have had more specific questions about the methods to my madness. I’m always glad to help them. I love coaching other writers and sharing with them what works for…

I’m Proud of That, It’s Bad-Ass — Here I am at 11:17 pm, writing one last blog for the day here on my favorite platform. I have the Lakers/Spurs game going, and my cuddly dog Libby laying against my leg. I should go to bed. It’s been a long day. I wrote and published two Medium blogs…

What About Bob? Taught Me Something About My Writer’s Journey — I learned one thing pretty quickly at the beginning of my Writer’s Journey: “This isn’t going to be easy.” Most things in life that are worthwhile aren’t easy. If they were easy, everyone would be doing them. …

I’ve Never Laughed So Hard as I Did Reading This — It’s no secret that I’m a big fan of many other writers that I’ve met on Medium. There is so much talent here on our wonderful platform, that it’s difficult to keep up with all of the reading I want to do. Sometimes I feel that I don’t do enough. …

You Can Use These if You’d Like — One aspect of aging I’ve found that I actually enjoy is having some wisdom to impart to others. I’ve given my fair share of advice to family, friends, social media contacts, and even near strangers. Most people genuinely appreciate it. Though I am far from the leaning against a fence…

My God-Given Right To Bear Arms — As an American, I love my gun, These colors on my flag do not run. Kids in schools often get shot, For them, I feel bad, but my children they’re not. I have the constitutional right to bear arms, There is no need for loud home alarms. I will choose…

If so, What are Your Criteria for Being a Success? — When you think of the things that make someone a successful person in other people’s eyes, what are the things you first think of? It seems like for many of us, the first thought that comes to mind is money. …

I Almost Skipped It But Ended Up Going — I woke up this morning, a bit later than usual. Sunday mornings. A time when most sleep in and enjoy a nice, restful day. This is my norm. My small dog Libby was cuddled up to me. She likes to sleep in, too. She always manages to find a way…