Side Quests & Tangents
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State of the State
A small pause between chapters. Here’s where things stand. Continue reading
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Recruiting Hope
I spent a weekend in Nanaimo, BC, and it reminded me of something I didn’t realize I’d lost: what normal feels like. Continue reading
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Qatar, One Year Later
A year ago, I passed through Qatar. What stayed with me wasn’t the skyline—but the people. A reflection on travel, faith, and recognizing our neighbors in the world. Continue reading
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A Day at the Ball Park
Flat beer. Soggy hot dogs. Train conversations with strangers who feel familiar. A day at the ballpark and a reminder that we still have good things that connect us. Continue reading
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A World Beyond Borders
At moments like these, when our leadership makes threats of annihilation, we must stand together. Continue reading
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A Moment That Felt Like America Again
From the heady days of Apollo to the roar of Artemis II, today felt like America remembering who we are, even if just for a moment. Continue reading
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A Moment of Reflection
One of my heroes, Rick Steves, offered some insight several years ago that I think is relevant today: “It’s good style to get to know people before you bomb them.” In light of recent events in the Middle East and… Continue reading
