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A Decade of Caitrin's Rock: A Tribute to Community and Purpose

As we embark on a new football season, I recently had the privilege of speaking to elementary and middle school students and their coaches. It was a…


live like you were dying

Live Like You Were Dying

What if I told you that you only had eleven more holidays with your family? As disconcerting as the thought may be, this is what I found myself…


Father's Day

Today really snuck up on me. Father’s Day is such a wonderful holiday and a day to honor and cherish all the father figures in our lives, but today…


Finding Balance

For the better part, I’ve lived my life according to the 168 hours a week rule. If you’re unfamiliar, this rule implies that instead of seeking to…


Give Thanks

If you know me, then you’ve heard me talk about Philotimo; a Greek word that at its core, means goodness, selflessness, and giving without wanting in…


All in This, Together

Stay at home orders remain in place across the nation, and so the majority of us are now faced with finding new ways to continue getting through each…


Pediatric Cancer Awareness: Continuing the Discussion

“Caitrin was a six-year-old girl in my community who was friends with my daughter. A lover of rainbows, cardinals and collecting rocks – Caitrin was…


Welcome!

Dear Reader: I strive to find purpose everywhere, and truth be told, some days are easier than others. In fact, it took me an entire lifetime to…