Any Birdies Today?
After the very exciting U.S. Open, I’ve had golf on my mind. Many years ago, when things were going... Read More →
Get the Puck, Make a Play
This phrase captures the philosophy of Washington Capitals hockey coach Adam Oates. He encourages his players to get the... Read More →
Hokie High
This past weekend I joined a large group of former lettermen who returned to Virginia Tech for the annual... Read More →
Big Smith’s Reunion
I recently attended a reunion hosted by an old college pal, “Big Smith.” He called the reunion the “Old... Read More →
Tired of the Circus? Lose the Clowns
When I was a young man in my teens trying to find myself I hung out with the wrong... Read More →
Know You Belong
In an article in the Washington Post this summer, Cal Ripken, Jr. was asked what advice his dad gave... Read More →
Uncle Jack Turns 80
Many of my longtime readers tell me that they feel like they know my Uncle Jack by now, since... Read More →
John “The Diesel” Riggins
Many of you know John Riggins, also famously known as “The Diesel”, from his years playing professional football for... Read More →
A Tribute to Doonie
This Sunday will mark 7 years since my dad Doonie passed away. He accomplished much in his life without... Read More →
Why Not Us? Why Not Now?
When times get hard, it is easy to get down on your situation and expect the worst. Bad news... Read More →