HOPE: want something to happen or be the case WISH: feel or express a strong desire or hope for something that is not easily attainable; want something that cannot or probably will not happen These are the definitions for two words that I hear all the time from people usually said in the con…Read More
For something different Andrea and I thought we would do a Facebook live video on the power of fear and overcoming it as a couple. It was a lot of fun for us to share together and we hope you enjoy it and learn a thing or two. If you like this video or have more questions be sure to like our pag…Read More
Everyday I lose count of the people I encounter that sarcastically tell me they are "living the dream". I hope they don't really mean it that way. I have a moment where I feel a bit of sadness for them and it furthers my resolve to live my dream. Too many of us want to "live the drea…Read More
It's not the absence of struggle that makes you successful, it is how you handle it! Something I'm working on is making sure the person closest to me gets her fair share of my time. As a family we are in the process of transitioning from a secure government pay check and benefits to the world of b…Read More
I've been told the presentations we have been doing have been very motivational. While we appreciate the compliment, we don't want to only be motivational! We know motivation comes and goes depending on circumstances, choices, and ultimately our habits. If you spend time with us for an hour …Read More
One of the biggest challenges most families face, and we are no exception, is trying to balance chasing your dreams with the practicality of handling the issues of day to day life. This week has been a great example for us of the teamwork required for families to truly thrive! Andrea has been gone…Read More
This past week I had the opportunity to be one of the first presenters at a regional fire academy basic recruit class made up of 17 firefighters from three states and six different agencies. My job was to set the tone for their upcoming academy by speaking to them about developing, refining, a…Read More
The young reporter was fair and open minded and wanted to discuss the rise in assaults on police officers in Colorado since 2009 as report by the FBI. As I prepared for this interview in reading the reports, I noticed there was an increase in this type of activity from approximately 900 to over 15…Read More
I've always been a dreamer and believer that I was destined to accomplish great things in my life. Throughout the past 44 years, I have had good experiences, bad experiences, laughed, cried, tried things that scared the hell out of me and hung my head in shame a time or two. But I never let any …Read More
