On several occasions, an Albert Einstein fish quote has appeared on my Facebook, Twitter and Instagram wall. It usually gets a lot of agreement in my social network. I actually think it misrepresents the issue. After careful reflection, I’ve landed on five problems with the Einstein fish quote meme. 1. The Einstein Fish Quote Implies Some Students […]
My Top 30 Books For 2016
We’ve all heard the phrase, “Leaders are Readers.” Of the best leaders I know, I would estimate 95% are avid readers. I would add that “Learners Love Libraries.” Anyone who considers themselves a life-long learner has a book nearby at this very moment. They probably have a dozen books nearby. At the beginning of each […]
From the Archives: Three Reasons to Never Forget
Today is my Life Day. On this day 8 years ago, doctors told me my heart was dying from the attack of an unknown virus. It was a scary time, and I nearly died; but the Lord completely healed me with no lasting impact from the disease. The story’s intense. I write more about it […]
My 7 Major Writing Tools
In December of 2015 I finished a nine year effort to complete a PhD. The amount of reading, writing, and research required to fulfill a graduate degree at that level is immense. Nothing I had prevously undertaken prepared me for the level of work I was to endure. Undergraduate experience offers no help. Even Master’s […]
Surprising Reading Facts (Infographic)
An Updated UPDATE: This article continues to receive a lot of attention. I’m sure you have questions and I’m glad you found my site. I hope what you find in this article answers your questions. The most common question I receive is, “Can I copy or reprint your infographic?” If you’re referring to the graphic that begins […]
4 Facts You Probably Didn’t Notice About the New Star Wars Movie
This weekend, my wife and I took in the Star Wars movie. I’m approaching my mid-40’s, so I was eager to revisit some of my favorite childhood characters. I loved this movie. The new cast, the familiar story, the beautiful effects–all of it was wonderful and I’m looking forward to a future with the new Star […]
When Resolutions Fail
This week the calendar turns. New years are famous as resolution holders. A new year can mean a new you. But why must we wait for another year to pass when those noble resolutions dissipate into the mist of good ideas. Years are easy resolution-markers because something tangible changes on the calendar; it feels significant. […]
12 Gifts of the Ph.D.
On Friday, I graduated from Texas A&M University with my PhD in Education. The process from entry to end took me nine years. Nine years of driving from Fort Worth to College Station. Nine years of navigating through Higher Education politics. Nine years of balancing family, work, study, and writing. My degree is already sitting, […]
The Thursday Thought
Would Jesus Carry a Glock?
Paris. San Bernadino. Two cities gut-punched by terrorist bullets. Across this continent, Americans are saying “not us, not here.” Many are holstering pistols to enforce that refrain. A new cultural conversation about guns is emerging across America; and it is reaching a decibel level unprecedented in recent years. The topic got me to thinking about […]
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