I initially dedicated this website to my deceased father who passed away unexpectedly eight years ago. He was a fun dad who taught me about building character. At that time, I wrote reflections based on my work in campus ministry and my personal relationship with God.

Discover those archived posts below pertaining to leadership, faith, and contributor reflections, all with the emphasis on cultivating virtue. New this year: I’ve now transitioned long-form articles with this particular theme to a new platform on Substack titled Build Your Life. You can subscribe to this monthly publication as a free or paid subscriber.

You can still read the latest articles—now about art, short stories, and the creative process—right here on this website.

Don’t know where to begin? Start with these five:

God’s Goodness Prevails
Making Art Is Not About Making money
Memorable Quotes My Dad Left Behind
I Just Want To Run Free!
A Leadership Letter

Regular contributors also shared their thoughts on this website. Start with these three articles:

Insomnia, Buddhism, and the Second Arrow
Clutter and Dominion
Get To The Fields

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  “Beginning” ExhibitionApril 28, 2025
  A special exhibition signifying a new start with sunrise oil paintings.
• Contemplative Lenten SeriesMarch 6, 2025
  Fine art sketches that can help us journey in reflection and contemplation during this Lenten season.
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  Become Like ChildrenFebruary 20, 2025
  We are all called to change, from adults to childlike, trusting not in ourselves, but trusting in God who is all good, all powerful, all merciful, and all loving.
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  God’s Goodness PrevailsDecember 1, 2024
  The Lord of the Rings and mushrooms reveal the truth that goodness always wins.
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  Remember Like An Elephant, Forget Like A DogNovember 16, 2024
  Knowing how to use your past can help you live in freedom.

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