There comes a moment—quiet, unmistakable—when you realize that carrying regret is heavier than the past itself. I wrote No Regrets for that moment. This book is not about erasing mistakes or pretending the past didn’t matter. It’s about something far more honest—and far more freeing. It’s about learning how to stand fully in the present […]
Madison Thorn, shoulder to shoulder with her bestie Claire—muddy field, oversized jerseys, no idea what life would ask of them later. Just joy, effort, belonging. Being a good teammate mattered more than being the star. Back then, I thought this picture was about soccer. I know better now. It was about character in formation. About […]
There are moments along the writing path that arrive quietly, without noise or spectacle—but land deeply. Receiving the Positive Impact Book Award for No Grapes in Grateful was one of those moments. This book was never written to chase recognition. It was written from lived experience—out of seasons where gratitude felt strained, incomplete, and honest […]
It’s truly incredible how many wonderful people we’ve met here in Port Isabel, and how many of them are from Canada. Each one has left a lasting impression on us. Always smiling. Always thoughtful. Always kind. They seem to offer help before I can even think to ask. Their intelligence, paired with the humble wisdom […]
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 […]