The Hearts They Heal
There was a time when I didn’t like them. I couldn’t understand the appeal, and I certainly didn’t get why people called them “man’s best friend.” To me, they were just animals, nothing more. But all of that changed. It wasn’t a dramatic moment. No lightning bolt, no...
Life to Death in Three Seconds
It was 9:30 on a crisp September morning, and I was headed south on the Interstate toward Sam’s Club. My day was neatly planned: errands in the morning, yardwork in the afternoon. The sun was shining, the air was fresh, and I had 3ABN Radio playing in the background....
My Toolbox
I don’t know why, but over the years I’ve really been obsessed from time to time with tools. Having just the right tool for every occasion seems like a good thing—and yes, maybe I have the tendency to go overboard. (A little bit.) I’ve picked up a lot of tools in the...