There comes a moment—quiet, often unannounced—when life asks a different question. Not “What’s next?” But “What still matters?” That question sits at the heart of my newest book, Making the Best of the Rest: Finding Grace, Love, and Meaning in Life’s Second Act. This book wasn’t written from theory or aspiration. It was written from […]
They didn’t fight on the last day. There was no shouting, no slammed doors, no final words sharp enough to justify the silence that followed. There was just distance—quiet, polite, permanent. A message left on read. A holiday unanswered. A life continuing without explanation. No abuse. No cruelty. Just a decision. Somewhere along the way, […]
As we step one foot into 2026, I find myself reflecting on the possibilities of forgiveness, love, and second chances. The past is behind us—its lessons learned, its challenges faced—but it doesn’t have to define the future. The beauty of the New Year is that it offers us a clean slate, a fresh opportunity to […]
The past few months have been an incredible journey of self-discovery and growth, as I’ve embraced the opportunity to explore a new environment and how it connects to my #Ki-Aikido practice. Moving to a different setting has offered me a fresh perspective on balance, movement, and mobility—all fundamental aspects of Ki-Aikido—and has deepened my understanding […]
Life has a way of shaping us through places, people, and moments we never forget. This photo was taken in Uganda during a mission trip—one of those experiences that quietly stays with you and continues to teach long after you’ve returned home. I remember giving my Beckenbauer cleats to a young man there, along with […]
Melody and I often talk about how life has brought us to Port Isabel, a place where the palm trees sway in rhythm with the Gulf breeze, and each day unfolds like a gift we never tire of unwrapping. Being here as Winter Texans is not just a season; it’s a state of mind—a chance […]
Today marked the beginning of a five-month journey Melody and I are taking to invest in our health and well-being at Deana’s water aerobics class. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10 a.m., you’ll find us—and a host of smiling faces—splashing, laughing, and working out with one of the most contagiously energetic instructors we’ve ever […]
The soft breeze of Port Isabel caressed our faces as we stood under the shade of a tall palm tree, gazing at the shimmering bay waters. Life here felt like a dream—a haven of peace we worked so hard to create. Yet, in the midst of this tranquility, a heavy cloud lingered in our hearts. […]
Thanksgiving in Port Isabel carries a special kind of warmth, not just from the sun-kissed palm trees but from the deep, abiding gratitude that fills the air. This year, as Melody and I sit on the front lawn are, gazing out at beauty around us, I’m reminded of how much we have to be thankful […]
We don’t talk enough about the quiet unraveling that can happen in a man’s life—not from failure, but from fatigue. Not from disaster, but from disconnection. You’re Not Done Yet was born in that space. It’s a book for men in their 40s, 50s, 60s—and beyond—who wake up one day and realize the life they built […]