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Drawing a Line in the Sand At 32 years old, I was a dad to 3 children, a husband, and an employee with 3% ownership of Ceres Organic Harvest.  Ceres Organic Harvest was a small Organic Foods Company that began the origination of Organic Durum and Wheat for Annie’s Homegrown and other Organic CPG [...]

For the past 25 years, I have participated in a men’s group, facilitated by a dear friend.  Each time I have attended, the lessons and experiences I’ve had have provided opportunities to heal, grow, and gain a fresh perspective.  Additionally, these men’s group meetings have provided a safe space to come together with other [...]

The Heart has many Languages The heart speaks, and if we listen, gently calls us to love.  The wisdom in our scars reminds us of a life that once was. It empowers us to live with empathy and compassion for ourselves and for others.  The journey informs me of the importance of self-care and [...]

A River Speaks—A Trip Down the Colorado River and a Wake-up Call  How to lead a purposeful life?  We were all set—Saturday, 8 am, a group of friends planned to meet at the Colorado River. Indeed, the temperatures were hot that summer in Yuma, Arizona. A float down the Colorado River sounded like a [...]