The American Road Trip. The ethereal nature of the open road, zigzagging across landscapes, brings a sense of centering and calmness that is often lost in the drowning maelstrom of the day-to-day.
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In April of 2000, I was a Freshman in high school. For a few years prior, I mingled with the Rattlesnake ‘Ranglers of the Shortgrass Rattlesnake Association. I was there, hauling boxes, moving
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The weather was cool and crisp. A cold front would move through in a few hours. But, on this cool and sunny February day, I had my eye on conquest. For the past two years, I have promised my youngest
“A man Rowing a Small Sailboat”, by MD Towhidul, licensed by Pexels We are entering a new year. Even though life is not restricted based on how long it takes for the Earth to revolve
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One of my family’s oldest traditions is heading towards the nearest sunflower patch or water hole and slinging lead into the air in hopes of downing small, blue-grey missiles darting by at 40
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Each August for the past five years, my brother and dad have had a “guy retreat.” Typically, we traveled to Oklahoma City to look at the latest hunting gear and stock up for Dove Season.
1. What is Empire of the Summer Moon?In March, I read Empire of the Summer Moon: Quanah Parker and the Rise and Fall of the Comanches, the Most Powerful Indian Tribe in American History by S.C.
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1. What is The Infinite Game?In February, I read The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek. The book is an reintroduction, revitalization, and application of James P. Carse’s book, Finite and Infinite
1. What is Tiger Tactics?In January, I read Tiger Tactics: Powerful Strategies for Winning Law Firms. Tiger Tactics is a book written by five practicing lawyers. It discusses various systems other
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Each January, I make the commitment to read 12 new books during the calendar year — one book a month. I figure, reading a 300-600 page book means only 10 to 20 pages a day. On average, this









