On my first date with Launa , when the waitress asked for her drink order she replied, “A glass of water please.” Thirty-six years later whenever we have eaten out her drink orders have always been the same. I don’t think any of our kids even knew restaurants offered soda. Eating out once with another…
Two years ago I wrote about our booming economy and my hopes for a strong future. I listed five key reasons why I thought the economy would continue to grow and reward investors in the process. I mentioned that maintaining those five items would be an important part of continuing our growth cycle. So today…
Achieving any success has always come with a price. My wife, a wonderful piano player, spent her whole life practicing and developing her skills. Our first major purchase together was a beautiful piano, and nothing we have ever owned has gotten more use. I used to lay on the floor listening for hours as she…
Sailing has taught me about being prepared. Every time we leave the safety of the harbor we venture into the unknown. We usually expect a fun pleasant journey, but we are always prepared for the worst, because we know that sometimes the worst will come. Sailors know that expecting the unexpected is the best way…