Filson versus Brenthaven

I am very particular about what type of computer bag I use for my laptop.  The standard issue black OEM Dell or IBM computer case just won’t due.  No way!
For years I would only tote my computers around in a Brenthaven bag – 7 years to be exact.  Brenthaven bags are absolutely bullet proof.  They [...]

Humanoids

Today I saw more proof that the generation of young adult about ready to enter the work force are completely and utterly integrated with technology.  There are no boundaries.
A young guy walked past me with his MP3 player layered UNDER his clothes.  The ear pods were routed under his shirt and draped over the collar [...]

Thanks Dad!

This is a shout out to my Dad.  He has every excuse in the world to be a lightly involved Father.  He is an orthopedic surgeon.  He could work 24 hours a day.
But he doesn’t.  Thanks!  It makes a difference in my world.  And now it is making a difference with my kids.
He sure worked [...]

Tea Party

Last week my 5 year old daughter invited me to a tea party.  Her invitation rocked.
Simple and phonetically perfect in every way.  Below was the text:
DAD
TEEPRDEEY
Priceless!

Las Vegas

I am on my way to Las Vegas for a business event today.  The trip got me thinking about how Las Vegas tried to market themselves at one point.
Remember when Las Vegas ran the commercials trying to bill itself as a family destination spot?  It was almost like they wanted to compete directly with Disney.
However, [...]

Kids Table

Did you ever notice that the kids table at adult dinner parties is always alive with conversation?  To be honest, I think they out do the adults.  I think this is why, as parents, we are always looking over to see what is going on.  We sure aren’t worried about spilling food or making a [...]

Your First Bike

Remember your first bike!  The freedom.  As a kid, your bicycle was a monumental step forward in fun and autonomy.  So when did we stop enjoying the bike?
I don’t think most of us ever did.  Other things got in the way – like car pooling to a basketball game, learning to drive or later in [...]

When to Quit

The Dip is a book by Seth Godin about when to quit and when to stick – whether that is career or other pursuits in life.  I highly recommend the book.  It will take you about 2 hours to read and it will change your mental attitude around “always sticking it out no [...]

Preparing your kids for the future

I have posted several times on the need to give our children a bit of world perspective.  I remember seeing a version of this presentation content via a YouTube video over a year ago.  I think it is actually better presented via this SlideShare presentation.  I still have to question a few of the statistics [...]

Speed Climbing

A friend of mine showed me this video. Dan Osman on speed climbing. I didn’t realize there was such a thing. Notice this guy is doing this without any sort of security or safety gear (my non-techie climbing terms).
First, don’t show this to your little kids. They may think this is a good idea.
Second, as [...]