Voices are screaming and shouting, and inside I’m wondering and doubting that I can stay sane Constantly hearing about losers and winners I’m just a beginner in the human race Feeling the world is a boulder the weight on my shoulders is more … [Read more]
The Longest Day of the Year
Posted on June 21, 2016 //
Summer officially began yesterday, as the Summer Solstice marked the longest day in 2016. In 2011, The Summer Solstice was on June 21st - 5 years ago today. That day was the longest day of 2011, but for a different reason to me. That was the day that … [Read more]
Anytime
Posted on January 22, 2016 //
This is a song I recorded on my ipad in the basement last spring. It's a short little tune about simply being there for someone you love. It's called Anytime. … [Read more]
12 of My Favorites Reads From 2015
Posted on January 1, 2016 //
I love to read books. In recent years, with free time being more limited, I've opted to do a lot more of my "reading" on my way to and from work with Audible audio books. (Thanks Mom for a great birthday present.) For me, listening to audio books … [Read more]
Forty-Two
Posted on October 20, 2015 //
Today marks 42 laps around the sun for me. 21 years since I turned 21. I'm getting older numerically but striving to stay young mentally. I'm enjoying finding things to "be bad at" so that I can eventually get good at them. This list … [Read more]
Live Your Dream – 2015 SAA Commencement
Posted on May 30, 2015 //
Today, I had the incredible privilege of delivering the commencement speech at the 2015 School of Advertising Art Commencement Ceremony. I always thought it would be fun to speak at a graduation ceremony. Sure enough, it was. I am so thankful to my … [Read more]
If the Lights Go Out
Posted on December 15, 2014 //
Every now and then I get some free time and can write and record some music. My latest song is called "If the Lights Go Out," and it is dedicated to my son Jude, who has an undiagnosed neurological condition. As a parent it is tough to see your … [Read more]
What Makes Teachers Special?
Posted on November 19, 2014 //
The Ohio House Education Committee recently voted to remove the minimum pay scale for teachers in Ohio. With the committee vote completed, this measure now moves to the full house. If this becomes law, House Bill 343 will make Ohio's system of … [Read more]
Any Way You Want It, That’s The Way You Need It?
Posted on November 14, 2014 //
It's been quite a run recently for Ohio's schools. We made national news a few weeks ago with a politically motivated education bill in the Ohio House that would destroy our science and social studies curriculum. Not to be outdone, The Ohio State … [Read more]
What’s the Big Deal?
Posted on November 12, 2014 //
The Ohio State Board of Education has been at the center of controversy and conversation in recent days due to changes it has proposed to Ohio's 5 of 8 requirement. Some people are asking, "What's the big deal?" "Why the outrage and uproar about … [Read more]